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Selective12-24 StudentsTRAINING
•Intensive conservatory training combined with the opportunities of a large university
•Curriculum draws from both the School of Theatre and Dance and the School of Music — covering acting, dance, vocal training, stage production, and career management
•Faculty and guest artists include Tony Award and Academy Award nominees
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Perform in as many as 15 productions during your time at WVU
•5 unique theatres for a variety of learning and performance settings
•WVU Lab Theatre — a launchpad for student productions
•Opportunities to work with West Virginia Public Theatre
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Kathleen Noone — Daytime Emmy Award-winning actress (Outstanding Supporting Actress, 1987); best known for her long-running role as Ellen Shepherd on All My Children (1977–1989), also appeared on Knots Landing and Sunset Beach
•Chris Sarandon — Oscar-nominated actor (Dog Day Afternoon); appeared in WVU musical productions including The Music Man; Broadway credits include The Rothschilds and Two Gentlemen of Verona
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•NYC Showcase — opportunity to network with WVU alumni and industry professionals in theatre and entertainment
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
•Ohio Tuition Reciprocity: Ohio residents fully admitted to the program may enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates
•Graduate programs available in Acting, Technical Direction, and Costume/Lighting/Scenic Design and Technology
FACILITIES
•Canady Creative Arts Center: 4 exhibition spaces, 5 performance spaces, 33 individual practice rooms, 50 classrooms and studios
•On-campus costume and scene shops
Academic info
Snapshot
3.72
Avg GPA (W)
89%
Admit Rate
school-wide
63%
Grad Rate
17.4K
Enrollment
$56K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$15,634
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$10,104
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,608
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$9,450
$30-48k$12,501
$48-75k$14,179
$75-110k$18,710
$110k+$20,273
Program info updated 1d ago
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Intensive conservatory training combined with the opportunities of a large university
•Curriculum draws from both the School of Theatre and Dance and the School of Music — covering acting, dance, vocal training, stage production, and career management
•Faculty and guest artists include Tony Award and Academy Award nominees
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Perform in as many as 15 productions during your time at WVU
•5 unique theatres for a variety of learning and performance settings
•WVU Lab Theatre — a launchpad for student productions
•Opportunities to work with West Virginia Public Theatre
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Kathleen Noone — Daytime Emmy Award-winning actress (Outstanding Supporting Actress, 1987); best known for her long-running role as Ellen Shepherd on All My Children (1977–1989), also appeared on Knots Landing and Sunset Beach
•Chris Sarandon — Oscar-nominated actor (Dog Day Afternoon); appeared in WVU musical productions including The Music Man; Broadway credits include The Rothschilds and Two Gentlemen of Verona
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•NYC Showcase — opportunity to network with WVU alumni and industry professionals in theatre and entertainment
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
•Ohio Tuition Reciprocity: Ohio residents fully admitted to the program may enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates
•Graduate programs available in Acting, Technical Direction, and Costume/Lighting/Scenic Design and Technology
FACILITIES
•Canady Creative Arts Center: 4 exhibition spaces, 5 performance spaces, 33 individual practice rooms, 50 classrooms and studios
•On-campus costume and scene shops
TRAINING
•Intensive conservatory training combined with the opportunities of a large university
•Curriculum draws from both the School of Theatre and Dance and the School of Music — covering acting, dance, vocal training, stage production, and career management
•Faculty and guest artists include Tony Award and Academy Award nominees
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Perform in as many as 15 productions during your time at WVU
•5 unique theatres for a variety of learning and performance settings
•WVU Lab Theatre — a launchpad for student productions
•Opportunities to work with West Virginia Public Theatre
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Kathleen Noone — Daytime Emmy Award-winning actress (Outstanding Supporting Actress, 1987); best known for her long-running role as Ellen Shepherd on All My Children (1977–1989), also appeared on Knots Landing and Sunset Beach
•Chris Sarandon — Oscar-nominated actor (Dog Day Afternoon); appeared in WVU musical productions including The Music Man; Broadway credits include The Rothschilds and Two Gentlemen of Verona
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•NYC Showcase — opportunity to network with WVU alumni and industry professionals in theatre and entertainment
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
•Ohio Tuition Reciprocity: Ohio residents fully admitted to the program may enroll at WVU and pay in-state tuition rates
•Graduate programs available in Acting, Technical Direction, and Costume/Lighting/Scenic Design and Technology
FACILITIES
•Canady Creative Arts Center: 4 exhibition spaces, 5 performance spaces, 33 individual practice rooms, 50 classrooms and studios
•On-campus costume and scene shops
Updated 1d ago
