Overview

The Theatre Arts (Musical Theatre) at New Mexico State University offers a rigorous curriculum designed for aspiring performers. This undergraduate programme combines practical stage experience with academic study to prepare students for the professional performing arts industry.

Why Theatre Arts (Musical Theatre) at New Mexico State University?

Students engage in a diverse range of performance disciplines, ensuring a well-rounded education in the dramatic arts. The curriculum is structured to build foundational skills in the early years before moving into advanced performance techniques and specialised design projects. This approach ensures that graduates possess both the technical proficiency and the theoretical knowledge required for success.

The department emphasises hands-on learning through various production roles and performance opportunities.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 26883 per year
National fee: USD 26883 per year
Local fee: USD 8504 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a balanced education in performance, technical theatre, and history. Modules may include:

Beginning Acting
Stage Movement
Art of Theatre
Scenic Practicum
Lighting Practicum
Directing
Senior Seminar
Script Analysis
Playwriting
American Drama
Costume Design
Scene Design
Sound Design
Lighting Design
Dance for Musical Theatre
Ballet
Modern Dance
Applied Music
Major Ensemble
Opera Workshop
Concert Choir
Jazz Ensembles
Singing for Musical Theatre

Careers with Theatre Arts (Musical Theatre)

Graduates from this programme are prepared for careers in theatre, musical performance, and the broader entertainment industry. Opportunities include roles as performers, actors, singers, and dancers, as well as positions in directing, stage production, and design. The programme also supports pathways into graduate study and related creative industries such as film, television, and live performance.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Beginning Acting

Stage Movement

The Art of Theatre

Stagecraft

Costuming

Running Crew

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 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: NMSU's priority deadline for completing the entire admission process is the Friday before the first day of class each semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Las Cruces, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Have a high school degree with 2.75 GPA or above.

Official Transcript(s) with Graduation Date and GPA

Foreign Credential Evaluation report by a NACES-approved agency (preferably SpanTran) for every foreign transcript

Translated copy of official transcript from an approved translator – if official transcript is not in English

TOEFL or IELTS Score Report - unless you meet the exception for the language requirement criteria

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

26883 USD / year

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Out-of-State

26883 USD / year

≈ 26883 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8504 USD / year

≈ 8504 USD / year

Living costs

Las Cruces

United States

806 - 1259 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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