3 Years On Campus Masters Program
At Illinois, we pride ourselves in offering both MFA and BFA degrees in Lighting Design where each program offers every student the opportunity to express oneself to become a professional Lighting Designer.
Through our program each student will gain a true mentorship experience that combines classroom lectures and training alongside the many hours of actual hands-on practical opportunities. Inside the walls of the expansive Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, you will be working with the latest technology in lighting systems and fixtures including various LED and moving lights. Within each of our venues, students will get to work on various shows including theatre, musical theatre, dance, and opera where we have a unique partnership with Illinois Theatre, Dance at Illinois, and the School of Music’s opera program, Lyric Theatre. Students also will be immersed in an environment of shows with opportunities to work side by side with other students and faculty, guest directors and professional designers from New York, Chicago, and beyond.
Application A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States, or an equivalent degree. English and native language transcripts and certificates of degree are required to be uploaded. Official Transcripts GPA 3.0 out of (4.0 scale), generally (55%) from Indian Curriculum. TOEFL iBT: 103 OR IELTS 7.5 overall 3 Letters of Recommendation Personal Statement CV Audition Interview Portfolio
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