Theatre
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    Theatre

    University of Southern Mississippi
    University of Southern Mississippi
    United States of America
    United States of America, West Hattiesburg
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 25,782 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 21, 2023

    Theatre

    About

    Theatre

    Artistic and Intellectual Excellence in Theatre

    The BFA in Theatre is geared for those students focused on future careers as performers, technicians, designers.

    The BA in Theatre promotes a broad array of coursework with a flexible approach to specialization for a more comprehensive and well-rounded education in theatre studies. The BA is particularly appropriate for young directors, stage managers, and dramaturgs. This degree plan balances analysis and creativity with the awareness of theatre's importance to society.

    The University of Southern Mississippi in an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre.

    In a production-oriented environment, students take courses in:

    • Directing
    • Acting
    • Design & Technology, including Lighting and Sound, Costuming, and Scenery
    • Theatre History
    • Professional Preparation
    • A selection of additional coursework tailored to individual student interest.

    Disciplines

    School of Performing and Visual Arts

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Strong Freshman applicants will present a 2.5 minimum GPA in core academic subjects. It is understood that most foreign education systems do not follow the same core curriculum as taught in U.S. high schools. Therefore, each applicant will be evaluated on criteria particular to the educational system of the country in which they completed their studies. However, it is expected that a college preparatory curriculum include courses in English, Math, Science, and Social Science.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 54
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 71

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 45

    How to Apply

    • USM Application or Common Application
    • $45 application fee
    • Copies of high school transcripts and/or school leaving examination results
    • Proof of English proficiency (see English Proficiency section for acceptable tests and waiver options)
    • Optional: SAT or ACT (required for Freshman Merit Scholarship consideration) 

    Theatre

    University of Southern Mississippi

    University of Southern Mississippi

    United States of America

    United States of America, West Hattiesburg

    Go to Official Website