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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Moderately Selective12-24 StudentsTransfer In Friendly

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No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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Program profile

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BFA Theatre Design and Technology

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Moderately Selective12-24 StudentsTransfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Performance & Productions

Broad core requirements with elective options for focused in-depth training

Coursework in scenic, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and properties design

Active production schedule with mainstage and studio productions

Design/tech students assist and lead design from their first semester

Responsibilities grow from smaller shows and assistant positions to lead roles

Professional Development

Summer internship opportunities at repertory theatres, festivals, Universal Studios, and Disney

Balance between academic and production work

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.28

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

7.3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,912

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$18,932

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$22,990

Before aid

Average net price

$14,559

After aid

Educational Costs · uwsp.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Performance & Productions

Broad core requirements with elective options for focused in-depth training

Coursework in scenic, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and properties design

Active production schedule with mainstage and studio productions

Design/tech students assist and lead design from their first semester

Responsibilities grow from smaller shows and assistant positions to lead roles

Professional Development

Summer internship opportunities at repertory theatres, festivals, Universal Studios, and Disney

Balance between academic and production work

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Performance & Productions

Broad core requirements with elective options for focused in-depth training

Coursework in scenic, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and properties design

Active production schedule with mainstage and studio productions

Design/tech students assist and lead design from their first semester

Responsibilities grow from smaller shows and assistant positions to lead roles

Professional Development

Summer internship opportunities at repertory theatres, festivals, Universal Studios, and Disney

Balance between academic and production work

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website Common App

Deadline

New Student Scholarship Application Priority DateFeb 1, 2027

Priority Date for Filing the FAFSAMay 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

New Student Scholarships · uwsp.edu Dates And Deadlines · uwsp.edu

Program AppApplication

Apply

Acceptd

Fee

Acceptd Fee

$10

Opens

Aug 20, 2026

Deadline

Application DeadlineMar 1, 2027

Auditions

UWSP on campus

Feb 19, 2027Mar 6, 2027

Application portal · Acceptd

Interview Requirements

Statement

Required statement explaining your reasons for wanting to pursue a degree in theatre design and technology

Resume

Required resume listing your theatre experience

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation required

One letter from an academic teacher or advisor

One letter from a theatre teacher, mentor, or director

Portfolio

Required portfolio submitted online through Acceptd or brought to the interview

Portfolio should showcase your artistic and technical abilities and interests

Application portal · Acceptd

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Acceptd opened for Fall 2027 applications on August 20, 2026; confirmed accepting applications when re-verified August 27, 2026

Submit materials through Acceptd one week before your interview date

Interviews can be scheduled flexibly when the published dates do not work

Enrollment

Must be accepted to UW-Stevens Point before being admitted to the department

Limited number of new students accepted each year

Transfer Pathway

UWSP publishes Fox Valley Technical College AA and AS articulation agreements covering all baccalaureate degrees, including BFA Theatre Design and Technology. The Theatre and Dance department determines how transferred coursework applies to this major.

Transfer Students · uwsp.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

In-person or virtual interviews available

Scheduling is flexible — contact department if listed dates don't work

Audition Expectations

Meet with BFA Theatre Design & Technology faculty

Review of portfolio materials

Discussion of your background, goals, and interests

Contact

Theatre-dance@uwsp.edu

715-346-4429

Scholarship Info

Department Scholarships

Tuition scholarships awarded during interview process

Faculty selects scholarship recipients based on portfolio and interview

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.28

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

7.3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,912

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$18,932

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$22,990

Before aid

Average net price

$14,559

After aid

Educational Costs · uwsp.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Performance & Productions

Broad core requirements with elective options for focused in-depth training

Coursework in scenic, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and properties design

Active production schedule with mainstage and studio productions

Design/tech students assist and lead design from their first semester

Responsibilities grow from smaller shows and assistant positions to lead roles

Professional Development

Summer internship opportunities at repertory theatres, festivals, Universal Studios, and Disney

Balance between academic and production work

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM