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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredNo PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredNo PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

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BA Theatre

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredNo PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

Program Recognition

BA in Theatre combines theatre with the liberal arts — students minor in other subjects or follow directed study in directing, playwriting, or theatre management

Notable Alumni

Students and faculty have worked on AMC's Turn: Washington's Spies, Lincoln, and Loving

Alumni have landed positions with The Public Theater, Seattle Children's Theatre, Arena Stage, Shakespeare Theatre (D.C.), and Santa Fe Opera

Alumni have appeared in productions from Netflix, FOX, Disney, and Paramount

Professional Development

Faculty have won Tony Awards, Bay Area Theatre Critics' Circle Awards, and Hollywood Drama-Logue Awards

Guest artists and directors at the top of their fields provide industry contacts

Department partnership with Virginia Repertory Theatre, Richmond's leading professional theatre company

School Info

Snapshot

3.63

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

63%

Grad Rate

20.8K

Enrollment

$58K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$17,963

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$41,127

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$44,673

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,433

After aid

Understanding Cost Of Attendance · sfs.vcu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 23, 12:02 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

BA in Theatre combines theatre with the liberal arts — students minor in other subjects or follow directed study in directing, playwriting, or theatre management

Notable Alumni

Students and faculty have worked on AMC's Turn: Washington's Spies, Lincoln, and Loving

Alumni have landed positions with The Public Theater, Seattle Children's Theatre, Arena Stage, Shakespeare Theatre (D.C.), and Santa Fe Opera

Alumni have appeared in productions from Netflix, FOX, Disney, and Paramount

Professional Development

Faculty have won Tony Awards, Bay Area Theatre Critics' Circle Awards, and Hollywood Drama-Logue Awards

Guest artists and directors at the top of their fields provide industry contacts

Department partnership with Virginia Repertory Theatre, Richmond's leading professional theatre company

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

BA in Theatre combines theatre with the liberal arts — students minor in other subjects or follow directed study in directing, playwriting, or theatre management

Notable Alumni

Students and faculty have worked on AMC's Turn: Washington's Spies, Lincoln, and Loving

Alumni have landed positions with The Public Theater, Seattle Children's Theatre, Arena Stage, Shakespeare Theatre (D.C.), and Santa Fe Opera

Alumni have appeared in productions from Netflix, FOX, Disney, and Paramount

Professional Development

Faculty have won Tony Awards, Bay Area Theatre Critics' Circle Awards, and Hollywood Drama-Logue Awards

Guest artists and directors at the top of their fields provide industry contacts

Department partnership with Virginia Repertory Theatre, Richmond's leading professional theatre company

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Fee

$75

Opens

First-year applicants

First-Year Common Application OpensAug 1, 2026

Transfer applicants

Transfer Application OpensAug 17, 2026

Deadline

First-year applicants

First Year Application Deadline (Scholarship Priority)Nov 1, 2026

Regular Decision Application DeadlineJan 15, 2027

Transfer applicants

Transfer Application DeadlineMar 15, 2027

Deadlines · admissions.vcu.edu First Year Applicants · arts.vcu.edu Transfer Applicants · arts.vcu.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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School Website

Auditions

In-Person Interview Day

Nov 20, 2026Dec 4, 2026Jan 22, 2027Feb 5, 2027

First Year Applicants · arts.vcu.edu

Interview Requirements

Resume

One-page theatrical resume highlighting relevant experience and training

Statement of Intent

One to two paragraphs explaining why you are interested in pursuing a BA in Theatre, your goals, and what you hope to achieve

Upload via the VCU application portal before your interview date

Theatre Applicant Information · arts.vcu.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Admission Pathway

BA Theatre applicants interview with faculty rather than audition

Students interested in Musical Theatre should apply as Performance majors, not BA Theatre

Upload resume and statement of intent via the VCU application portal before your interview date

What's The Process

Audition Process

Log into the application portal to select your interview date and upload required materials

The department will send more information in advance of your interview date

Audition Expectations

Faculty interview in your area of interest — be prepared to articulate your specific interests in the VCU program and to ask questions

All interviews held 12:30–5 PM at W.E. Singleton Center for the Performing Arts, 922 Park Ave, Richmond, VA

Group general info and Q&A session

Faculty interview in area of interest

Tour of Theatre facilities and conversation with current students

Parents encouraged to attend — a parent Q&A session is held after applicants head to interviews

Scholarship Info

First-year applicants who submit Common App and transcripts by November 1 are automatically considered for Presidential, Provost, and Deans' scholarships

School Info

Snapshot

3.63

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

63%

Grad Rate

20.8K

Enrollment

$58K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$17,963

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$41,127

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$44,673

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,433

After aid

Understanding Cost Of Attendance · sfs.vcu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

BA in Theatre combines theatre with the liberal arts — students minor in other subjects or follow directed study in directing, playwriting, or theatre management

Notable Alumni

Students and faculty have worked on AMC's Turn: Washington's Spies, Lincoln, and Loving

Alumni have landed positions with The Public Theater, Seattle Children's Theatre, Arena Stage, Shakespeare Theatre (D.C.), and Santa Fe Opera

Alumni have appeared in productions from Netflix, FOX, Disney, and Paramount

Professional Development

Faculty have won Tony Awards, Bay Area Theatre Critics' Circle Awards, and Hollywood Drama-Logue Awards

Guest artists and directors at the top of their fields provide industry contacts

Department partnership with Virginia Repertory Theatre, Richmond's leading professional theatre company

Updated Aug 23, 12:02 AM