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BA Theatre

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

Training

Core curriculum: Acting I, Script Analysis, Stagecraft, and Costume Construction

Voice for the Performer and Movement for Performance

History of Theatre/Drama I & II

Fundamentals of Design and Directing I

Advanced skill elective at the 300-level or above

Flexible elective space to explore multiple areas without committing to a concentration

Performance & Productions

MainStage and StudioStage productions in the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts and Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre

Classics, contemporary drama, and Broadway musicals in the season

Theatre Practicum required each semester

Notable Alumni

Billy Kametz — voice of Josuke in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero

Professional Development

Alpha Psi Omega (Theatre Honor Society)

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Career Preparation capstone course

Study Abroad

Commedia dell'Arte summer program in Calabria, Italy with Ombelico Mask Academy

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.40

Admit rate

78%

school-wide

Grad rate

71%

Enrollment

14.2K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,778

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,600

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$32,894

Before aid

Average net price

$23,331

After aid

Coa 25 26 · wcupa.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 3d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

Training

Core curriculum: Acting I, Script Analysis, Stagecraft, and Costume Construction

Voice for the Performer and Movement for Performance

History of Theatre/Drama I & II

Fundamentals of Design and Directing I

Advanced skill elective at the 300-level or above

Flexible elective space to explore multiple areas without committing to a concentration

Performance & Productions

MainStage and StudioStage productions in the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts and Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre

Classics, contemporary drama, and Broadway musicals in the season

Theatre Practicum required each semester

Notable Alumni

Billy Kametz — voice of Josuke in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero

Professional Development

Alpha Psi Omega (Theatre Honor Society)

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Career Preparation capstone course

Study Abroad

Commedia dell'Arte summer program in Calabria, Italy with Ombelico Mask Academy

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

Training

Core curriculum: Acting I, Script Analysis, Stagecraft, and Costume Construction

Voice for the Performer and Movement for Performance

History of Theatre/Drama I & II

Fundamentals of Design and Directing I

Advanced skill elective at the 300-level or above

Flexible elective space to explore multiple areas without committing to a concentration

Performance & Productions

MainStage and StudioStage productions in the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts and Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre

Classics, contemporary drama, and Broadway musicals in the season

Theatre Practicum required each semester

Notable Alumni

Billy Kametz — voice of Josuke in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero

Professional Development

Alpha Psi Omega (Theatre Honor Society)

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Career Preparation capstone course

Study Abroad

Commedia dell'Arte summer program in Calabria, Italy with Ombelico Mask Academy

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$45

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Admissionapp · wcupa.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App or WCU application

Rolling admissions

$45 application fee (waiver available)

Eligibility

Fall enrollment

Grades of C- or lower in major courses must be raised to C or better

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required for admission

Students are admitted through the university application

Declare the BA Theatre major (no concentration required)

Bundle a Theatre and Dance facility tour with your scheduled Admissions Tour

Meet with the chair and/or faculty member

Email theatredance@wcupa.edu to schedule

Scholarship Info

Theatre Alumni Emerging Multicultural Artists Scholarship

Financial assistance for theatre makers from underrepresented communities

Open to current, incoming, or transfer students

Must be a theatre major with exceptional desire to pursue a career in theatre arts

Preference given to applicants who demonstrate financial need and first-generation college students

Contact LKelly@wcupa.edu for more information

J. Peter Adler Scholarship

$1,000 renewable scholarship for first-year students

Based on grades, community activities, performance audition/portfolio, and interview

Renewable for four years with 2.5 overall GPA and 3.0 in theatre courses

Contact THaughey@wcupa.edu for more information

J. Peter Adler Prize for Excellence in Theatre

Annual award for graduating seniors who participated in theatre arts

Scholarship funds for graduate school or professional theatre work

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.40

Admit rate

78%

school-wide

Grad rate

71%

Enrollment

14.2K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,778

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,600

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$32,894

Before aid

Average net price

$23,331

After aid

Coa 25 26 · wcupa.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

Training

Core curriculum: Acting I, Script Analysis, Stagecraft, and Costume Construction

Voice for the Performer and Movement for Performance

History of Theatre/Drama I & II

Fundamentals of Design and Directing I

Advanced skill elective at the 300-level or above

Flexible elective space to explore multiple areas without committing to a concentration

Performance & Productions

MainStage and StudioStage productions in the E.O. Bull Center for the Arts and Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre

Classics, contemporary drama, and Broadway musicals in the season

Theatre Practicum required each semester

Notable Alumni

Billy Kametz — voice of Josuke in JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, Naofumi in The Rising of the Shield Hero

Professional Development

Alpha Psi Omega (Theatre Honor Society)

Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Career Preparation capstone course

Study Abroad

Commedia dell'Arte summer program in Calabria, Italy with Ombelico Mask Academy

Updated 3d ago

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