Overview

Key facts

The B.F.A. in Performance – Acting and Musical Theater at Ohio University offers two tracks:

Acting Track

Acting, movement, and voice and speech are taught in a linear progression of courses and special projects throughout the four-year curriculum.
Studio classes emphasize ensemble building and collaborative process, the authentic use of self, the reality of doing, the awakening of the emotional life. and the collaborative process.
In the movement studio, emphasis is placed on the human body as an instrument of expression, and on developing strength, alignment, flexibility, availability and stamina.
Voice and speech classes focus on releasing habitual tension, increasing power and range, and utilizing specific speech skills.
Advanced courses in each of these areas introduce a wide range of approaches to the craft of acting and the further development of the actor’s instrument.
New plays are in development weekly giving students numerous opportunities to work with graduate and undergraduate playwrights. Each academic year ends with the Playwrights Festival of New Plays.

On-camera auditions are held the first month of each academic year for MFA Graduate filmmakers in the School of Film. Curricular and hands-on Acting for Film experience.

Musical Theater Track

Ohio University’s musical theater program is suited for students interested in creating the next generation of musical theater. The program focuses on developing exciting new work as well as providing a solid foundation in more traditional practice. Students will learn the entrepreneurial aspects of creating theater and will be well positioned to work in a variety of theater settings upon graduation.

Actor training based on authentic use of self
Singing training including private voice instruction, focus on legit as well as pop/rock, contemporary and alternative singing styles
Dance classes in a gamut of styles, including jazz, ballet, modern, tap, Hip Hop, African dance, and contemporary theater dance
New Musicals developed each year at OHIO in conjunction with professional creative teams and major Off-Broadway theaters
Programmatic focus on Pop/Rock history and performance, including course sequence on the History of Rock Music
Broadway at OHIO: yearly festival event with master classes and workshops, concerts and performances, mock auditions, and NextGen Voice Competition Auditions
OHIO Playwrighting: participate in new work readings, workshops and full productions of MFA and BFA playwrights, including yearly Playwright’s Festival of New Plays
Film: Opportunities to act in graduate and undergraduate films. Build a reel by graduation

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Performance - Acting
Performance - Musical Theater
Production Design and Technology
Stage Management
Playwriting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Application form
Official academic records
Evidence of sufficient funding
Statement of activities.
Exams for scholarship consideration

GCSE or IGCSE Curricula

For students participating in the GCSE or IGCSE curricula, they generally expect to see at least 6 passes, graded C or higher. Students who are going on to complete GCE Advanced Subsidiary (AS-levels) and/or Advanced Levels (A-levels) may be awarded transfer credit for successfully completed exams.

International Baccalaureate Curriculum

For students studying an International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, they generally expect an average of 5 out of 7 on your college-preparatory curriculum. IB Higher Level examinations may also be eligible for transfer credit.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

25796 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25796 USD / year

≈ 25796 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

14582 USD / year

≈ 14582 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

1079 - 1780 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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Scholarships Information

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Musical Theater Track

Programme Structure

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