1. Iowa State University
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  4. BA in Theatre Arts

BA in Theatre Arts

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Iowa State University

Program Overview

In Iowa's Department of Theatre Arts, the focus is on the art of the stage acting, directing, design, playwriting, and technical theatre. With 25 30 productions staged annually, Iowa s theatre department produces more work in one year than some do in five.The department is committed to new plays and is one of the best-known centers for development of new works. It also is home to the Iowa Playwrights Workshop, one of the finest graduate playwriting programs in America.About half of theatre arts students complete a second major in another department, such as English or film studies. The department offers two special double majors, one in theatre and music and another in theatre and dance, for students interested in musical theatre. These double majors offer students an opportunity to explore a popular field in a rigorous and enjoyable way.

Program Key Stats

$24480 (Annual cost)
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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

Official high school transcript and Academic record, Letter of recommendation, Typical SAT scores: Math (520-630), Critical reading (510-620), Writing (520-610), ACT Composite (24-29), Average GPA 3.64, TOEFL: IBT-70, PBT- 523, PTE-55, English Language Proficiency Test (ELPT)-956

Career Options

  • Actor
  • Community Arts Worker
  • Dancer
  • Dramatherapist
  • Music Therapist
  • Theatre Director
  • Arts Administrator
  • Broadcast Presenter
  • Further Education Teacher
  • Higher Education Lecturer
  • Secondary School Teacher
  • Theatre Stage Manager

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