1.9k Full-time Bachelor's degrees in Drama

The B.A. in Applied Theatre, Film and Television (ATFT) at Indiana University Indianapolis brings together three related humanities-based arts disciplines.

The Acting, Stage and Screen program offered at University of Southern California connects the foundation of classical theatre with innovative training for the contemporary performing artist, including on-camera techniques, voice over, motion capture, the digital landscape for actors and much more.

On the Costume Design programme from Carnegie Mellon University students cultivate their artistry and skills under the guidance of world-class faculty who are experts in their craft, and professionals in the field. 

The University of Chichester offers a BA (Hons) in Musical Theatre (Cabaret), a comprehensive degree designed for aspiring performers. This full-time programme spans three years, immersing students in various aspects of musical theatre, including acting, singing, and dancing, while providing opportunities for industry engagement and professional development.

The Theatre and Performance programme at the University of Cape Town equips students with the necessary skills to enable them to pursue professional careers (in theatre, dance and related fields such as film, television, advertising and teaching) and/or preparation for pursuing research degrees (for students wishing to enter academia).

The Bachelor of Fine Arts at the The University of Alabama offers more intensive training in three areas of concentration: acting, musical Theatre, and design and technical production, giving advanced, highly disciplined students the tools necessary to pursue a career on stage or screen.

Seeing and critiquing professional performance, reading plays from around the world and throughout the past 2000 years, honing your performance skills: These are all part of the University of Queensland Drama major. 

The Theatre and Design programme at Northeastern University offers a unique public study mode for students. This undergraduate degree integrates performance and production with professional design principles. Participants develop creative and collaborative skills through experiential learning and academic research in a vibrant setting.

The Drama (Theater Management) programme from Syracuse University features a theater management track, which allows you to gain firsthand knowledge of a professional theater company’s operations by working with Syracuse Stage professionals.

The Theater BA program offered by The New School is a liberal arts program that provides you with a grounding in acting, directing, and playwriting, from the classics to contemporary and experimental innovations in performance.

Students in the Theatre program of The University of Toledo learn all aspects of mainstream and avant-garde theatre, from box office administration to how to create costumes.

As a Theatre major at James Madison University, you will realize a unique vision for your life, education and creative work through intensive theatrical training.

The Theatre Business major from University of Redlands draws its foundations on a solid footing in theatre arts theory and practice as well as entrepreneurial skills from the department of business. 

The Touring Theatre programme at the University of Worcester is a four-year, full-time integrated masters. This public study mode course blends performance skills with essential business and marketing expertise. Students develop professional networks while preparing to launch their own companies or solo careers in the arts.

The Louisiana State University Theatre programme attempts to serve its students in a number of ways, providing rigorous training in performance practices, the history and literature of the stage, and in the development of the critical, conceptual, and argumentative skills basic to a liberal arts education. 

By providing extensive onstage and offstage training, the Theatre Arts program offered by Furman University develops well-rounded artists who are prepared for any role. 

In the Theatre Arts program at Taylor University, you will build on your God-given passion for theatre through an immersive experience that seeks excellence on and off stage.

The Department of Theatre at Columbus State University offers comprehensive undergraduate programs, which are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre. 

At Theatre from Fort Lewis College majors also work directly with internationally renowned actors, playwrights, and directors. 

Prepare to earn a teaching license and start your career as a high school drama teacher with the Theatre Arts - K-12 Drama Teaching Emphasis program from University of Northern Colorado.