Overview

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, the Theatre Arts program at North Dakota State University blends rigorous academics with hands-on experience.

Key Facts

You’ll engage in a vibrant production season featuring diverse styles, from contemporary musicals like “Sweeney Todd” to timeless classics like “The Comedy of Errors.” With a commitment to entrepreneurship and community outreach, NDSU Theatre Arts prepares graduates for success in teaching, arts management, professional theatre and beyond.

Careers

As you gain experience, you can advance into more specialized or leadership roles. Here are pathway occupations you might explore:

Director of Performing Arts
Actor
Theatre Technical Director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Acting

Dramatic Literature and Style

Stagecraft

Costume Craft

World Theatre

Directing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-10-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fargo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

To be considered for admission, all applicants should have an educational background in the core curriculum of laboratory science, mathematics, social science, and English

A secondary or high school grade point average of at least 2.75 (4.0 scale) or the equivalent in core subjects is recommended

The application for admission. A nonrefundable application fee will be collected through your online application upon submission

Request that official transcripts be sent directly from your institution to NDSU. If records are not in English, be sure to include a certified English translation

Your English test scores

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18304 USD / year

≈ 18304 USD / year
Out-of-State

15690 USD / year

≈ 15690 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10460 USD / year

≈ 10460 USD / year

Living costs

Fargo

United States

870 - 1260 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Key Facts

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Fargo

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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