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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•BA combining business skills, community engagement, and arts leadership
•Flexible curriculum customized to each student's career goals
•21 credits in a chosen Fine Arts discipline (Art, Dance, Music, or Theatre)
•24 credit hours from College of Business, School of Public Affairs, and/or School of Communication
•Hands-on experiences in programming across the College of Fine Arts
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
•Administrative and management roles within campus arts organizations
•Engagement with Kalamazoo community arts organizations
•Professional theatre internship requirement (THEA 3900)
CAREER OUTCOMES
•100% of graduates working or continuing education
•94% of working graduates in a job related to their degree
•Alumni at Brooklyn Academy of Music, Hamilton National Tour, Wicked, Williamstown Theatre Festival, and Milwaukee Repertory Theatre
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionDec 15, 2025
RollingJun 1, 2026
Fee
$40Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Auditions
Virtual InterviewNov 15, 2025
Michigan Thespian FestivalDec 12–13, 2025
Illinois HS Theatre FestivalJan 8, 2026
Illinois HS Theatre FestivalJan 10, 2026
Interview Requirements
•Current digital photo
•resume
•Transcript (can be unofficial)
•Two writing samples (school papers, essays, research papers, etc.)
•Documents showing administrative skills with various software programs
•Graphic design or layout work (programs, show posters, etc.)
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Step 1: Submit WMU university application at wmich.edu/apply
•Step 2: Submit theatre application via Acceptd
MULTIPLE PROGRAMS
•You must apply separately for each program you are interested in
•Application fee is only required for the first program — use coupon code 02wmu25 for subsequent applications
•Contact theatre-info@wmich.edu if the Acceptd fee presents a financial hardship
TIMELINE
•Rolling admission
•Apply to the university before December 15 for maximum scholarship opportunities
What's The Process
INTERVIEW FORMAT
•Interview with the Director of Arts Management, virtually or in person
•Opportunity to show your work and share your interest in arts management
•Ample time for answering questions about WMU and the program
PREPARING FOR YOUR INTERVIEW
•Bring applicable administrative work, graphic design samples, and writing samples
•Prepare to discuss your interest in connecting audiences to the arts
Scholarship Info
•Department awards scholarships in arts management and other areas
•Based on academic achievement, experience, accomplishments, and service
•New majors considered via interview; current students compete in March
•Apply at wmich.scholarshipuniverse.com
Program info updated 6 days ago
Academic School Information
3.53
Avg GPA (W)
85%
Admit Rate
In-State Tuition
$15,298
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,098
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,701
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.
