Overview

Today’s professional theater environment requires a comprehensive grasp of all modern management and technological tools available to those working in the arts.

An advanced understanding of resource management, communication and facilitation of every aspect of the creative process is an integral part of PTM training, both in the classroom and in hands-on production experiences.

Carnegie Mellon University's curriculum joins comprehensive classroom training with a rigorous series of production assignments designed to deepen learning. Communication, collaboration and time and resource management are an integral part of the program. This intensive undergraduate conservatory curriculum is designed to synthesize academic development and production experience with increased levels of learning as a student progresses.

In the first three semesters, students develop communication, problem solving and collaboration skills. Students declare a specific discipline of study after their third semester in the program. These foundational semesters are of particular value to students entering the Management area as they foster knowledge and collaboration with everyone on the production team.

Careers

Students in the Stage and Production Management Program are assigned production responsibilities designed to develop their skills and build their leadership, management, and collaborative expertise. Students begin as assistants and progress to larger assignments on a wide variety of shows.

Production opportunities, both on-campus and in the Pittsburgh community, include theater, dance, opera and events. Particular emphasis is given to building productive and collaborative teams on each project. Students may be involved in several productions concurrently, as this kind of challenge builds experience that mirrors the professional world.

Each production opportunity is chosen based on a student’s abilities and vocational aspirations. Faculty advisors support and monitor each student’s progress throughout the course of the program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Stage Management Seminar

Production Management Workshop

Adv Topics in SM

Production Preparation

Production Personnel Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

102

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135

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Carnegie Mellon courses are measured in units rather than credits or credit hours

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Film Studies Management Studies Drama View 1387 other Bachelors in Drama in United States

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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

IELTS

7.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

102

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Duolingo English Test

135

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Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application

$75 application fee*

Official high school transcript (please review our Academic Requirements)**

All required standardized testing official score reports, which includes the TOEFL or IELTS if English is not your native language

Secondary School Counselor Evaluation

Teacher Recommendation

Common Application essay

Carnegie Mellon Common Application Writing Supplement, which includes three short answer questions

All fine arts applicants to the Schools of Drama and Music are required to arrange required pre-screen, audition or portfolio review.

All fine art applications to the Schools of Architecture, Art, Design are required to submit required portfolio and creative materials.

Home schooled applicants should submit an academic portfolio/transcript consistent with their state guidelines and a list of all textbooks used.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

64596 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64596 USD per year during 48 months.
National

64596 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64596 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

64596 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 64596 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Pittsburgh

1148 - 1944 USD /month

Living costs

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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Available Scholarships

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