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Program snapshot
Admissions
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In-Person OnlyProgram Recognition
•Cross-disciplinary concentration combining acting, design/technology, and writing for theatre
•Courses include aspects of film production
•NAST-accredited program
Training
•Perform and work at the Townsend Center for the Performing Arts (455-seat mainstage + black box)
•5-6 major productions per year with the West Georgia Theatre Company
•Faculty create a nurturing, safe environment with high standards
Notable Alumni
•Gabrielle Elisabeth '14 — Broadway cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; started as a BA Theatre major before pursuing performance
•Terrence J. Smith '14 — featured in the Spielberg/Winfrey-produced film The Color Purple; also appeared in Ozark and Doom Patrol
Degree Flexibility
•Broad skillset across multiple theatre disciplines
•Located near Atlanta — Georgia's booming film and television industry
•Student assistantships available
Academic info
Snapshot
3.46
Avg GPA (W)
52%
Admit Rate
school-wide
43%
Grad Rate
7.5K
Enrollment
$50K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,786
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$6,088
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,800
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$10,339
$30-48k$10,523
$48-75k$12,957
$75-110k$15,471
$110k+$16,810
Program info updated 21h ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Cross-disciplinary concentration combining acting, design/technology, and writing for theatre
•Courses include aspects of film production
•NAST-accredited program
Training
•Perform and work at the Townsend Center for the Performing Arts (455-seat mainstage + black box)
•5-6 major productions per year with the West Georgia Theatre Company
•Faculty create a nurturing, safe environment with high standards
Notable Alumni
•Gabrielle Elisabeth '14 — Broadway cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; started as a BA Theatre major before pursuing performance
•Terrence J. Smith '14 — featured in the Spielberg/Winfrey-produced film The Color Purple; also appeared in Ozark and Doom Patrol
Degree Flexibility
•Broad skillset across multiple theatre disciplines
•Located near Atlanta — Georgia's booming film and television industry
•Student assistantships available
Program Recognition
•Cross-disciplinary concentration combining acting, design/technology, and writing for theatre
•Courses include aspects of film production
•NAST-accredited program
Training
•Perform and work at the Townsend Center for the Performing Arts (455-seat mainstage + black box)
•5-6 major productions per year with the West Georgia Theatre Company
•Faculty create a nurturing, safe environment with high standards
Notable Alumni
•Gabrielle Elisabeth '14 — Broadway cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical; started as a BA Theatre major before pursuing performance
•Terrence J. Smith '14 — featured in the Spielberg/Winfrey-produced film The Color Purple; also appeared in Ozark and Doom Patrol
Degree Flexibility
•Broad skillset across multiple theatre disciplines
•Located near Atlanta — Georgia's booming film and television industry
•Student assistantships available
Updated 21h ago
