Overview

The Theatre B.A./B.S programme from Kansas State University students gain a broad, comprehensive liberal arts education with opportunities for specialization in specific areas. Students develop skills in theatre that will prepare them for numerous production, performance and scholarship opportunities.

Local, regional and national auditions and internships in acting, management and technical areas are promoted throughout the programme. Additionally, students are encouraged to take an active role in productions beginning their freshman year, often assuming responsibilities in acting, directing, design, playwriting, management and technical theatre.

Career opportunities:

Graduates are currently working in major theatre venues and with the Blue Man Group, Jazz at Lincoln Center, "Modern Family," "Jersey Boys" in Las Vegas, The Julliard School, Kansas City Repertory Theatre and many others.

Graduates also teach at high schools and colleges across the country. Many students have gained entrance to the top Master of Fine Arts programmes in the nation. Employment options are multiple, but include:

Acting coach
Casting director
Producer
Set designer
Stunt coordinator

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Acting

Techniques of Makeup

Theatre

Script Analysis

Theatre Management

Technical Production

Wardrobe Crew

Theatrical Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

Nov. 1: Priority date for spring international
Dec. 1: Priority date for spring transfer
Feb. 1: Priority date for fall freshman, transfer and international

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Film Studies Media Studies & Mass Media Drama View 757 other Bachelors in Film Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

High school curriculum from an accredited secondary school.

Minimum 2.5 GPA (Grade Point Average) on a 4.0 scale in high school coursework

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

30388 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30388 USD / year

≈ 30388 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12694 USD / year

≈ 12694 USD / year

Living costs

Manhattan

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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