The program features the creation of a theatre company, and therefore enrollment in each year will be limited to enhance experiential components. Performances by the company, including the thesis project, will take place in New York City at a rented theatre, providing students with professional credits on their resume along with their degree. A special collaboration with Tilles Center of The Performing Arts to create a children’s theatre production each year will provide students with additional opportunities in the lucrative field of theatre for young audiences.

All applicants must submit two letters of recommendations from people familiar with either their work in theatre, their work as a student, or their work in an area related to theatre. All applicants must submit a personal statement, describing their goals in theatre and why they believe an M.F.A. from LIU Post will help them to achieve their goals. Audition or portfolio (depends on program). TOEFL for international students. Minimum TOEFL iBT scores for the M.F.A. in Theatre are: Reading: 25 Listening: 25 Speaking: 25 Writing: 25