Acting
    Go to West Virginia University

    Acting

    West Virginia University
    West Virginia University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Morgantown
    University Rank:#1200
    Go to Official Website
    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 1,570 / credit
    Next IntakeAugust 16, 2023

    Acting

    About

    The M.F.A. acting program is an intensive three-year course of study designed to train students for the professional theatre world and its related fields including teaching pedagogy. The graduate acting studio program offers conservatory-style actor training in all aspects of acting, voice/speech, and movement. In addition to the studio program, students are required to complete coursework in theatre history, text analysis, criticism, and research methods. An overall grade point average of 3.0 is needed to remain in the program.

    M.F.A. acting students are accepted every three years and must follow the prescribed course sequence in the order that they are offered. The School of Theatre and Dance will be recruiting and auditioning the next incoming M.F.A. acting class during the 2023-24 academic year.  These students will start their enrollment in Fall 2024.

    Acting

    General Requirements:

    Graduates of M.F.A. programs in the School of Theatre & Dance must exhibit exceptional skill in theatre practice and a well-developed personal aesthetic. The competencies outlined below are combined and synthesized to achieve this result. The standards do not require a specific course for each competency.

    1. Advanced professional competence in some aspect of theatre practice as exemplified by a considerable depth of knowledge and achievement demonstrated by a significant body of work.

    2. A breadth of understanding in theatre and any appropriate related disciplines, the ability to think independently, and to integrate and synthesize information associated with high levels of practice in an area of specialization.

    3. Awareness of current issues and developments that are influencing the principal field(s) of study, and professional ability and clear potential to contribute to the practice and advancement of the field.

    4. Writing and speaking skills to communicate clearly and effectively to the theatre communities and the public.

    5. Advanced capabilities with technologies normally utilized in the creation of work.

    6. An understanding of professional ethics and practice associated with the major field.

    Specific Requirements:

    The graduate must demonstrate advanced professional competence in acting including, but not limited to:

    1. The ability to employ a broad range of acting knowledge and skills in the creation and presentation of roles.

    2. The ability to perform in plays of various types and from various periods.

    3. The acquisition of advanced understanding and capabilities in voice and speech, movement, and play analysis.

    4. A working knowledge of historical, critical, and theoretical content and the ways they inform playwriting and dramatic writing, the creation of roles, and other aspects of production.

    The student must perform regularly and should have at least two significant roles in full-length, public productions during the period of study. 

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    You must have a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution.

    The minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) is 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Some programs have higher minimum GPA requirements. Please consult with a representative from your program for details.

    Tips:

    WVU considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study. 

    Applicants with 3-year bachelor’s degrees can be reviewed for admission to graduate programs. We recommend asking your program contact if your coursework meets their expectations.

    WVU doesn’t require external credential evaluations. We can convert your GPA based on your academic records.

    WVU will accept the GPA, credential equivalency, and university recognition status from official WES ICAP evaluations if provided. This does not apply to other evaluation agencies.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 53
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 60

    How to Apply

    1. Research the admission requirements for WVU and your program

    2. Establish English language proficiency

    3. Create an account and complete the graduate application

    4. Upload unofficial transcripts and supplemental materials

    5. Pay the non-refundable $60 application fee to submit the application

    6. Check your checklist and provide any required items

    7. After application approval, send official transcript for admission

    8. Plan for your travel and arrival

    Acting

    West Virginia University

    West Virginia University

    United States of America

    United States of America, Morgantown

    Go to Official Website