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BA Drama offers three options: Drama (general), Drama Performance, and Drama Design

Drama (general) option: core study in acting, design and technical theatre, theatre history, literature, criticism, and running crew — plus electives from all upper-level School offerings

Minimum 60 drama credits required for graduation; total degree requires minimum 180 credits

Notable Alumni

Rainn Wilson (BA '86) — Emmy-nominated star of The Office

Dawn Wells (BA '60) — Mary Ann on Gilligan's Island

Patrick Duffy — star of Dallas

Professional Development

Strong ties to the Seattle professional theatre community; faculty and alumni have founded or hold leadership positions at many regional theatres

Graduates go on to careers in theatre, film, television, new media, law, education, politics, business, writing, and tech

Study abroad opportunities available

Undergraduate Theater Society (UTS) and Costume Club among student organizations

Degree Flexibility

'Double-friendly' major — approximately half of undergraduates double major in subjects as diverse as Dance, Business, Communications, and Biology

25-credit minors available in Acting, Directing, Performance Studies, and Design for Performance

Internship opportunities integrated into elective coursework (Drama 493)

Capstone projects and departmental honors available

School Info

Snapshot

3.83

Avg GPA (W)

39%

Admit Rate

school-wide

85%

Grad Rate

31.9K

Enrollment

$78K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$14,340

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$46,256

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$37,680

Before aid

Average Net Price

$14,091

After aid

Estimated Annual Cost Of Attendance For First Year Undergraduates · washington.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 27, 1:34 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

BA Drama offers three options: Drama (general), Drama Performance, and Drama Design

Drama (general) option: core study in acting, design and technical theatre, theatre history, literature, criticism, and running crew — plus electives from all upper-level School offerings

Minimum 60 drama credits required for graduation; total degree requires minimum 180 credits

Notable Alumni

Rainn Wilson (BA '86) — Emmy-nominated star of The Office

Dawn Wells (BA '60) — Mary Ann on Gilligan's Island

Patrick Duffy — star of Dallas

Professional Development

Strong ties to the Seattle professional theatre community; faculty and alumni have founded or hold leadership positions at many regional theatres

Graduates go on to careers in theatre, film, television, new media, law, education, politics, business, writing, and tech

Study abroad opportunities available

Undergraduate Theater Society (UTS) and Costume Club among student organizations

Degree Flexibility

'Double-friendly' major — approximately half of undergraduates double major in subjects as diverse as Dance, Business, Communications, and Biology

25-credit minors available in Acting, Directing, Performance Studies, and Design for Performance

Internship opportunities integrated into elective coursework (Drama 493)

Capstone projects and departmental honors available

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

BA Drama offers three options: Drama (general), Drama Performance, and Drama Design

Drama (general) option: core study in acting, design and technical theatre, theatre history, literature, criticism, and running crew — plus electives from all upper-level School offerings

Minimum 60 drama credits required for graduation; total degree requires minimum 180 credits

Notable Alumni

Rainn Wilson (BA '86) — Emmy-nominated star of The Office

Dawn Wells (BA '60) — Mary Ann on Gilligan's Island

Patrick Duffy — star of Dallas

Professional Development

Strong ties to the Seattle professional theatre community; faculty and alumni have founded or hold leadership positions at many regional theatres

Graduates go on to careers in theatre, film, television, new media, law, education, politics, business, writing, and tech

Study abroad opportunities available

Undergraduate Theater Society (UTS) and Costume Club among student organizations

Degree Flexibility

'Double-friendly' major — approximately half of undergraduates double major in subjects as diverse as Dance, Business, Communications, and Biology

25-credit minors available in Acting, Directing, Performance Studies, and Design for Performance

Internship opportunities integrated into elective coursework (Drama 493)

Capstone projects and departmental honors available

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fees

U.S. Undergraduate Fee

$85

International Undergraduate Fee

$95

Opens

First-year applicants

First-Year Application OpensSep 1, 2026

Transfer applicants

Transfer/Postbaccalaureate Application OpensDec 15, 2026

Deadline

First-year applicants

First-Year Application DeadlineNov 15, 2026

Transfer applicants

Transfer/Postbaccalaureate Application DeadlineFeb 28, 2027

Dates Deadlines · admit.washington.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to the University of Washington first; there are no additional School of Drama requirements to begin taking courses

Eligibility

Drama is a minimum-requirements major; preparation for the major is a factor in transfer admission

Transfer students should review UW Drama major preparation and meet with the Drama Advisor about transfer credit

Admission Pathway

Declare Drama after enrollment by completing DRAMA 201 (Plays and Styles) with a 2.50 or higher and meeting with the Drama Advisor

Intended drama majors should add their name to the intended majors list

Important Notes

To learn more, meet with a current student, or arrange to sit in on a class, email dramaadv@uw.edu

Transfer Pathway

Drama-option transfer students can use UW's published Washington community-college equivalency guide to plan transferable coursework. After enrolling, they declare the BA Drama major by completing DRAMA 201 with at least a 2.50 and meeting with the Drama Advisor.

Equivalency Guide · admit.washington.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required to declare a Drama major

Students must first be admitted to the University of Washington

Scholarship Info

School of Drama Scholarships

Available to current undergraduate drama majors

Application deadline: April 19, 2026 (for 2026-2027 academic year)

Requires 3.0 overall GPA and 3.5 departmental GPA (students below these thresholds may still apply or be faculty-nominated)

Multiple named scholarships available based on merit, talent, financial need, and contribution to the School

Apply online via the School of Drama Scholarship Application

School Info

Snapshot

3.83

Avg GPA (W)

39%

Admit Rate

school-wide

85%

Grad Rate

31.9K

Enrollment

$78K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$14,340

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$46,256

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$37,680

Before aid

Average Net Price

$14,091

After aid

Estimated Annual Cost Of Attendance For First Year Undergraduates · washington.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

BA Drama offers three options: Drama (general), Drama Performance, and Drama Design

Drama (general) option: core study in acting, design and technical theatre, theatre history, literature, criticism, and running crew — plus electives from all upper-level School offerings

Minimum 60 drama credits required for graduation; total degree requires minimum 180 credits

Notable Alumni

Rainn Wilson (BA '86) — Emmy-nominated star of The Office

Dawn Wells (BA '60) — Mary Ann on Gilligan's Island

Patrick Duffy — star of Dallas

Professional Development

Strong ties to the Seattle professional theatre community; faculty and alumni have founded or hold leadership positions at many regional theatres

Graduates go on to careers in theatre, film, television, new media, law, education, politics, business, writing, and tech

Study abroad opportunities available

Undergraduate Theater Society (UTS) and Costume Club among student organizations

Degree Flexibility

'Double-friendly' major — approximately half of undergraduates double major in subjects as diverse as Dance, Business, Communications, and Biology

25-credit minors available in Acting, Directing, Performance Studies, and Design for Performance

Internship opportunities integrated into elective coursework (Drama 493)

Capstone projects and departmental honors available

Updated Jul 27, 1:34 PM