$10,807/Yr
Theatre program at Western Carolina University can launch you to a? career in a variety of exciting and creative professional opportunities. These jobs can have you starring on-stage or working in a number of creative and exciting positions that are crucial for stage productions to be successful. Many people take their talents to big cities while others thrive in community productions; but your education will help you pursue your passion wherever it takes you. Western Carolina University?s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Arts is a truly immersive experience that will prepare you for work in all areas of the theatre.
Students have the opportunity learn their craft in state-of-the-art facilities from an accomplished and innovative faculty. Students will take courses like History of the Theatre; Intro to Design for Stage and Screen; Directing; Production; Dramatic Literature and Criticism; and Acting for the Camera. Students will also have the chance for internships and other practical experience opportunities.
A career in theatre can take you across the world and bring your imagination to life in your community. Jobs including acting, set production, directing and a variety of other creative professions. There are also opportunities for graduate level studies that can lead to a career teaching the skills you are passionate about. The Bureau of Labor Statistics states the average salary for postsecondary teachers (art, music, drama) is $75,350.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline For Fall Intake | |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
- Submit official transcripts of all previous education completed
- Official transcripts need to be evaluated by a NACES accredited agency like WES
- Submitting SAT/ACT score is optional
- Applicants have to complete a live audition for admissions consideration
- Submit English Language Proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 75 in iBT; 537 in PBT
- IELTS: minimum 6.0 with no score lower than 5.0
- Duolingo: minimum 95
- PTE: minimum 50
- ACT: minimum 18
- SAT: minimum 880
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Chuan Ai Lu Engstrom Memorial Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
ASID Foundation Legacy Scholarships | Scholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver | |
Innovation in Education Scholarship - La Tutors 123 | Scholarship per student$ 500/Yr$500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Comindware Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeMerit-Based |
Options Available
Program | Delivery Type | Duration | Tuition Fees |
B.A Studio Art | full time | 4 years | $10807 |
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