Wake Forest University
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Program
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo Interview12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy Abroad
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
•Liberal arts approach combining theatre with broad education
•Students emerge as strong critical thinkers prepared for life's challenges
•Small classes with close student-faculty relationships
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•Four subscription series productions and two dance concerts each season
•Numerous student-directed and designed pieces
•Studio Series of one-acts available for directing opportunities
•Active student theatre group: Anthony Aston Players
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Ward Horton — Broadway (Torch Song), film (Annabelle)
•Curt Beech — production designer (BlacKkKlansman), art director on Oscar-winning Lincoln
•Kate Lambert — TV (Teachers on TV Land)
•Mara McCaffray — TV (The Young and the Restless)
•Matthew Gutschick — Artistic Director, The Rose Theatre
BEYOND CAMPUS
•Study abroad opportunities encouraged, generally in sophomore year
•Alumni careers span theatre, film, journalism, architecture, law, medicine, and more
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 15, 2025
Early Action (First-Generation Only)Nov 15, 2025
FAFSA Priority DateDec 1, 2025
Early Decision II / Regular DecisionJan 1, 2026
Fee
$85Waiver
Program AppApplication
Audition
Presidential Scholarship — Preference DeadlineNov 15, 2025
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply via Common App — no separate arts application or portfolio required
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment only
•Students may enroll in theatre classes and participate in productions from first semester
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition required for program admission
•Involvement in program is open to all students — no need to major or take classes to audition for roles
•Students don't declare a major until the end of sophomore year
GETTING INVOLVED
•Watch for Theatre and Dance Open House in the fall
•Anthony Aston Players meet Mondays at 4 p.m. in the Ring Theatre
•Dance Company auditions held each fall (open to all students)
Scholarship Info
PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP ($16,000/year, renewable)
•Awarded to students with exceptional talents in theatre
•Evidence of outstanding talent required (taped performances, recommendations)
•Preference given to applicants who apply by November 15
•Finalists contacted by early March; winners notified late March
•Scholars with theatre interest given preference for Secrest Artists Series internship
DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Dyeann & Henry Jordan Scholarship — up to $2,500 for junior/senior theatre majors (merit-based)
•Johnnie Collins III Drama Scholarship — awarded spring of freshman year to student showing most professional promise
•Harold C. Tedford Travel Award — for rising juniors/seniors, supports theatre-related travel
•James Dodding Theatre Award — annual award for theatre major/minor displaying commitment and integrity
•Morgan Judd Foundation Scholarship — $5,000 for dancer-scholars with financial need
EXPECTATIONS
•Scholarship recipients expected to remain active in department productions and events
•Must take on a major production responsibility each semester
Program info updated Mar 23, 11:43 PM
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
•Liberal arts approach combining theatre with broad education
•Students emerge as strong critical thinkers prepared for life's challenges
•Small classes with close student-faculty relationships
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•Four subscription series productions and two dance concerts each season
•Numerous student-directed and designed pieces
•Studio Series of one-acts available for directing opportunities
•Active student theatre group: Anthony Aston Players
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Ward Horton — Broadway (Torch Song), film (Annabelle)
•Curt Beech — production designer (BlacKkKlansman), art director on Oscar-winning Lincoln
•Kate Lambert — TV (Teachers on TV Land)
•Mara McCaffray — TV (The Young and the Restless)
•Matthew Gutschick — Artistic Director, The Rose Theatre
BEYOND CAMPUS
•Study abroad opportunities encouraged, generally in sophomore year
•Alumni careers span theatre, film, journalism, architecture, law, medicine, and more
Updated Mar 23, 11:43 PM
Academic School Information
4.01
Avg GPA (W)
22%
Admit Rate
90%
Grad Rate
5,485
Enrollment
$78,158
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$67,642
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$28,719
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$6,525
Family Income $30k - $48k$6,331
Family Income $48k - $75k$7,647
Family Income $75k - $110k$12,771
Family Income $110k+$58,081
