Overview

The professionally trained instructors will guide you through a program which is not only educational but fascinating.

A major or minor in theatre or dance can be one of the more exciting times in your life because it will develop communication and performing skills that will aid you no matter what career you finally decide to pursue.

If theatre is what you want, then the Theatre Arts BA program from California State University, Fresno is ready to serve you.

The national and international award-winning Theatre Arts Department offers you educational preparation in all aspects of theatre and dance.

Beside having the opportunity of being guided by an extensive curriculum and production schedule of more than 10 plays and several dance concerts, you will have the opportunity to study with guest professionals who participate in our program on a regular basis.

Career Development

Acting

Dancing

Designing

Stage Management

Radio and television

Journalism

Rock performances

Touring productions

Teaching

Accreditation

The Theatre Arts Department is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST) and holds memberships with the Association for Theatre in Higher Education, the California Educational Theatre Association, the California Alliance for Arts Education, and the United States Institute of Theatre Technology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Dance

Physical Theatre

Balance Body Mind

University Dance Theatre

Modern Dance Technique

Modern Jazz Dance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

California, 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

Submit a Cal State Apply online and pay $55 USD (non-refundable) by credit card or Submit the Paper Application

Official English language proficiency

Original or certificated copies of in-progress or final transcripts

A copy of graduation certificate (if applicable)

Financial document (no older than 6 months) & Affidavit of Support from sponsors showing the amount and source of support for a minimum of one school year of study

A copy of the biographic information/photo page in your passport

Statement of purpose, principal's or teacher's recommendation is encouraged not required

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

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year
Out-of-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year

Additional Details

All out-of-state, non-resident, and international students will be charged Non-Resident Tuition Fees at $444.00 per unit, in addition to tuition and fees.

Living costs

California

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Career Development

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

California

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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