Washington University in St. Louis
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
LIBERAL ARTS THEATER EDUCATION
•Combines practical creative work in acting, directing, design, and production with scholarly exploration of theater history, theory, and performance
•Faculty are accomplished directors, actors, designers, and playwrights devoted to university teaching
•Scholarly faculty are world-recognized leaders with extensive publishing and lecturing credentials
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•Students act, write, direct, design, and manage major productions at Edison Theatre
•Multiple student productions each semester
STUDY ABROAD
•Shakespeare's Globe Theatre program in London — study and perform on the Globe stage
•Semester abroad opportunities in theater and dance
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Graduates placed in prestigious MFA programs including Northwestern and NYU
•Alumni careers span professional theater, education, law, medicine, media, and entertainment
•Internship opportunities at Steppenwolf, The Muny, Seattle Children's Theatre, and more
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 3, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 2, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 2, 2026
Fee
$75Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply via Common App or Coalition App
•No separate department application required
ACADEMICS
•36 units of scholarly and practical courses required
•Electives (12 units) chosen from one of 8 pathways: Drama General, Acting, Directing, Costume Design, Lighting Design, Scenic Design, Playwriting, or Theatre, Performance & Society
•Culminates in a team-taught capstone class centered on a collaborative project
•Students frequently double-major
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission is through the university application only
•No supplemental arts portfolio or audition needed
•Students participate in department production auditions after enrollment
Program info updated 4 days ago
Academic School Information
4.19
Avg GPA (W)
12%
Admit Rate
94%
Grad Rate
7,897
Enrollment
$86,182
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$62,982
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$22,117
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$4,391
Family Income $30k - $48k$2,321
Family Income $48k - $75k$1,863
Family Income $75k - $110k$19,344
Family Income $110k+$42,712
