Theater Graduate

The Department of Theater offers master of fine arts degrees in

• Acting,
• Directing,
• Design
• and Playwriting.
• In addition, the department offers The Abbott MFA in Musical Theater Collaboration.

Students in these programs are trained by professional faculty who are accomplished in their field, to learn, create and teach. MFA students work together in the classroom, on projects, and in the theater to create innovative, professional and diverse theatrical experiences.

Application Information & Requirements

All the programs require three academic years to complete. The Acting, Directing, Playwriting and Musical Theater Collaboration programs admit a cohort every three years. The Design program admits qualified students each fall. See the sections below for information about applying to one of the graduate programs offered by the Department of Theater.