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MFA Theatre

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Pennsylvania State University University Park

Program Overview

The master of fine arts degree program in Theatre pursues the following objectives:

  1. to assist each student in acquiring discriminating taste and critical judgment in theatre;
  2. to help each student attain skills and proficiencies in theatre;
  3. to provide the training, discipline, and opportunities essential to the development of a professional ability in at least one area of theatre; and
  4. to prepare each student for an active career in academic and/or professional theatre or other areas within the entertainment industry.

Facilities include the Playhouse, a 450-seat proscenium theatre; the Pavilion, a 249-seat thrust theatre; a 150-seat proscenium theatre in the heart of downtown State College; theatre production studios for scenic, property, and costume preparation; two computer-assisted design laboratories; a lighting laboratory; a sound and media studio; and rehearsal and dance studios.

Program Key Stats

$46796 (Annual cost)
$ 85

Jan Intake : 1st SepAug Intake : 1st Apr


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Eligibility Criteria

3.0
4 Year

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Additional Information & Requirements

Application A bachelor's degree of 4 years from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States, or an equivalent degree. Official Transcripts GPA 3.0 out of (4.0 scale) TOEFL iBT: 80 OR IELTS 6.5 overall 3 Letters of Recommendation Personal Statement CV Audition Interview Portfolio

Career Options

  • Theatre Artist
  • Director

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