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BA Arts Administration

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

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

Arts-administration assignments in the theatre production program each year, serving as a laboratory for programming practice

Notable Alumni

Tyler Siems — Company Manager for the Hamilton national tour

Elizabeth Sarkady — Associate Director of Development at Brooklyn Academy of Music; founding Executive Director of The Dirty Blondes (NYC)

Katy Coy — BA '04 — CEO of the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus, Ohio

Conor Christenson — Ticketing Systems Coordinator at Roundabout Theatre Company (NYC)

Samantha Rose Berger — Manager of Digital Fundraising at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Professional Development

Administrative and management roles within campus arts organizations

Engagement with Kalamazoo community arts organizations

Professional theatre internship requirement

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

85%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

12.6K

Earnings

$54K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,589

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,665

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$37,270

Before aid

Average net price

$15,273

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · wmich.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 3, 7:43 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

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

Arts-administration assignments in the theatre production program each year, serving as a laboratory for programming practice

Notable Alumni

Tyler Siems — Company Manager for the Hamilton national tour

Elizabeth Sarkady — Associate Director of Development at Brooklyn Academy of Music; founding Executive Director of The Dirty Blondes (NYC)

Katy Coy — BA '04 — CEO of the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus, Ohio

Conor Christenson — Ticketing Systems Coordinator at Roundabout Theatre Company (NYC)

Samantha Rose Berger — Manager of Digital Fundraising at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Professional Development

Administrative and management roles within campus arts organizations

Engagement with Kalamazoo community arts organizations

Professional theatre internship requirement

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

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

Arts-administration assignments in the theatre production program each year, serving as a laboratory for programming practice

Notable Alumni

Tyler Siems — Company Manager for the Hamilton national tour

Elizabeth Sarkady — Associate Director of Development at Brooklyn Academy of Music; founding Executive Director of The Dirty Blondes (NYC)

Katy Coy — BA '04 — CEO of the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus, Ohio

Conor Christenson — Ticketing Systems Coordinator at Roundabout Theatre Company (NYC)

Samantha Rose Berger — Manager of Digital Fundraising at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Professional Development

Administrative and management roles within campus arts organizations

Engagement with Kalamazoo community arts organizations

Professional theatre internship requirement

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App· Only option

Fee

$40

Deadline

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Rolling AdmissionInternational undergraduateJun 1, 2027

Transfer and other undergraduate applicantsAug 15, 2027

Deadlines · wmich.edu International · wmich.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The audition may be submitted before the university application.

Apply

Acceptd

Auditions

Pittsburgh UnifiedsOct 24, 2026

WMU at Detroit School for the ArtsNov 7, 2026

Virtual Interview

Nov 14, 2026Jan 16, 2027

Michigan Thespian FestivalDec 11–12, 2026

Illinois High School Theatre FestivalJan 7–9, 2027

On-Campus Interview

Jan 30, 2027Feb 12, 2027

Theatre · wmich.edu

Interview Requirements

Digital Photo

Current digital photo

Resume

Resume highlighting relevant experience

Transcript

Transcript (can be unofficial)

Writing Samples

Two writing samples (school papers, essays, research papers, etc.)

Work Samples

Documents showing administrative skills with various software programs

Graphic design or layout work (programs, show posters, etc.)

References

Email addresses for two references (teachers, directors, or employers) who know your work, plus your high school drama teacher's email address

Scores / GPA

Current GPA

SAT/ACT scores

Application portal · Acceptd

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Step 1: Submit WMU university application at wmich.edu/apply

Step 2: Submit theatre application via Acceptd

Rolling admission

Apply to the university before December 1 for maximum scholarship opportunities

Admission Pathway

You must apply separately for each program you are interested in

Application fee is only required for the first program — use coupon code 02wmu26 for subsequent applications

Contact theatre-info@wmich.edu if the Acceptd fee presents a financial hardship

What's The Process

Audition Process

Bring applicable administrative work, graphic design samples, and writing samples

Prepare to discuss your interest in connecting audiences to the arts

Audition Expectations

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

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

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

85%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

12.6K

Earnings

$54K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,589

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,665

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$37,270

Before aid

Average net price

$15,273

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · wmich.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

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

Arts-administration assignments in the theatre production program each year, serving as a laboratory for programming practice

Notable Alumni

Tyler Siems — Company Manager for the Hamilton national tour

Elizabeth Sarkady — Associate Director of Development at Brooklyn Academy of Music; founding Executive Director of The Dirty Blondes (NYC)

Katy Coy — BA '04 — CEO of the Jazz Arts Group of Columbus, Ohio

Conor Christenson — Ticketing Systems Coordinator at Roundabout Theatre Company (NYC)

Samantha Rose Berger — Manager of Digital Fundraising at Lyric Opera of Chicago

Professional Development

Administrative and management roles within campus arts organizations

Engagement with Kalamazoo community arts organizations

Professional theatre internship requirement

Updated Sep 3, 7:43 PM