Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•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
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
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
COMMUNITY & CAREER
•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
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Application DeadlineNov 15, 2026
Financial Aid Priority DeadlineFeb 28, 2027
Good to Know
Admission to the Drama major is declared after enrollment — students must complete Drama 201 with a 2.50 or higher before officially declaring the major
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition required to declare a Drama major
•Students must first be admitted to the University of Washington
DECLARING THE MAJOR
•Requires completion of Drama 201 (Plays and Styles) with a grade of 2.50 or higher
•Intended drama majors must meet with the Drama Advisor and add their name to the intended majors list
•To learn more, meet with a current student, or arrange to sit in on a class, email dramaadv@uw.edu
Scholarship Info
SCHOOL OF DRAMA SCHOLARSHIPS
•Available to current undergraduate and graduate 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
Program info updated Mar 23, 12:35 AM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•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
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
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
COMMUNITY & CAREER
•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
Updated Mar 23, 12:35 AM
Academic School Information
3.83
Avg GPA (W)
39%
Admit Rate
84%
Grad Rate
31,942
Enrollment
$78,466
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$12,973
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$43,209
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$14,091
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$6,384
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,039
Family Income $48k - $75k$8,110
Family Income $75k - $110k$14,328
Family Income $110k+$30,019
