Overview

At Theatre Design and Technology from Kean University graduates work as actors, directors, designers, technicians and educators in theatre programs and classrooms throughout the world, thrilling audiences and inspiring future generations of performers.

What You Learn

You benefit from a comprehensive liberal arts education while also receiving practical training that will prepare you to launch your career.

Perform, direct and manage theatrical productions in the classroom and on stage
Design scenery, lighting, costumes, and sound to establish the world of the play
Work with Kean’s Equity theatre company in residence, Premiere Stages
Experience the best professional performances in the world, a short train ride away in New York City.
Explore the literature and historical traditions of the art of theatre, while expanding research and analytical skills
Develop the ability to think critically and creatively while working collaboratively and meeting deadlines
Hone communication and presentational skills both on stage and behind the scenes

You can also minor in dance and a get a solid foundation in modern, jazz and ballet techniques and theory.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Scenic Design

Costume Design

Lightning Design

Behind the Scenes

Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00

More details

April 30: Preferred Application Deadline. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis thereafter.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Elizabeth, 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete a Kean University Online Application.
You will have an opportunity to pay the application fee of $75.00 directly through the online application. Once you've completed the application, submit both the application and the application fee.
An official high school transcript evaluation. Applicants must submit a course-by-course evaluation (with GPA) of their official high school (Secondary School) transcript or mark sheet.
Regardless of U.S. residency status, an English proficiency examination is required of all students whose secondary schooling has been outside the U.S. in a country where English is not the principal language.
Two (2) letters of recommendation, in English. Letters may be from teachers, counselors, employers, coaches, etc.
Personal essay (1-2 pages), in English, expressing your educational and professional career goals.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

21406 USD / year

≈ 21406 USD / year
Out-of-State

21406 USD / year

≈ 21406 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12688 USD / year

≈ 12688 USD / year

Additional Details

In-State: $5,567.50 per semester
Out-of-State: $9,392.50 per semester

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Overview

What You Learn

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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