Our broad curriculum allows you to receive extensive training in your desired area of focus while at the same time allowing you to build other theatrical interests. Training also involves active participation in the production program and the opportunity to serve as leaders to design or construct fully produced mainstage productions. Throughout the course of study, you will be exposed to all facets of design and technology and must demonstrate a talent/ability in more than one area of the art form. Portfolio reviews allow you to craft your resume and documentation for employment searches upon graduating. All interested students must apply to the University and audition for the School of Theatre and Dance for acceptance.

To be considered for freshman admission, you must successfully complete the following high school unit requirements: 4 units of English (including grammar, composition and literature) 3 units of college preparatory mathematics (units must be Algebra I or higher, Math I or higher and include Algebra II; Transitional Math for High School Seniors will also be accepted) 4 units of social studies/fine arts (any combination of social studies, fine arts or humanities will fulfill the requirement; combination must include U.S. studies/history) 3 units of science (recommended units include biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy and environmental science) 2 units of the same world language (American Sign Language is acceptable)