Overview

Theatre faculty from Pennsylvania Western University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, you can be sure you will receive a balanced mix of pre-professional training, performance and a classic liberal arts education.

Our professors are not only accomplished scholars, they are also passionate artists with long histories as professional artisans. They will help you grow into a well-rounded artisan, too. A broad general education component builds collaboration, time management, self-motivation and empathy skills while you grow your critical thinking skills by analyzing texts, music, literature and historical trends.

You will have extensive opportunities to hone your performance skills in our outstanding theatre facilities and can apply for internships and prepare for auditions and interviews with expert guidance from faculty mentors and advisors.

If you have a passion for the theater and teaching, you could also use this degree to become a drama or theater educator.

Career Paths

Professional Actor or Director in theatre, film, and television
Theatre Technician or Design Specialist in lighting, sound, or set design
Drama Teacher at educational institutions or community arts programs
Theatre Manager or Administrator for performing arts venues and organizations

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Aural Skills

Piano Class

Voice Class

Applied voice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students are admitted on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Clarion, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

International Application

Official high school transcript in English

Proof of English Proficiency

Copy of passport and any visa you hold for the United States

Proof of Financial Support

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

11992 USD / year

≈ 11992 USD / year
Out-of-State

11992 USD / year

≈ 11992 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7994 USD / year

≈ 7994 USD / year

Additional Details

Online $8,154 per year

Living costs

Clarion

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.

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