Overview

The School of Theatre offers a full range of liberal arts and professional degree programs that prepare undergraduate students for a variety of career opportunities in theatre. The degrees provide students with a vital mix of coursework that combines theory and practice and encourages the development of skills and talents. The Drama - Acting, Design and Technical Production program is offered at University of North Carolina Greensboro.

Program Learning Outcomes

Alumni have pursued careers on Broadway and with CBS, Jim Henson Productions, Actors Theatre of Louisville, Zena Group Resident Company, and more.
Many graduates continue their education with master’s and doctoral degrees at schools including Yale School of Drama, Florida State University, New York University Tisch School of the Arts, and Carnegie Mellon University.
Alumni include Grammy and Emmy winners; Broadway stage managers; produced playwrights; working directors, actors, designers, and technicians; and faculty and staff at many colleges and universities.

The Student Experience

Alpha Psi Omega (the National Theatre Student Honorary Organization) sponsors activities including an annual awards party and talent show fundraiser.
The School of Theatre has an ongoing relationship with Triad Stage, offering internships in stage management, assistant directing, acting, and theatre management.
Acting opportunities are available with UNC School of the Arts film projects.
Production and performance opportunities are offered by the North Carolina Theatre for Young People and Theatre 232 (summer theatre).
Participation in annual Performance Showcase in New York City can be obtained by audition.
New York City trip to make connections with professional alumni, see Broadway productions, and workshop with theatre artists.
Arts-based living community, “Studio 91” in Cone Residence Hall, featuring music, theater, and dance practice rooms; music composition computer lab; drawing lounge; and arts-related programs and events.

Accreditation

The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools/Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) has reaffirmed UNCGs accreditation unconditionally for 10 years. SACSCOC is the main organization that accredits schools and colleges in the Southern United States.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Shakespeare: Early Plays and Sonnets

Philosophical, Religious, Ethical Principles

Historical Perspectives on Western Culture

Voice for the Actor

Theatre Practice - Scenery

Stage Crafts: Scenery, Lighting, and Sound

Technical Production: Scenery

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Greensboro, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Completed International Admissions Application

A nonrefundable application fee of $65 USD

Essay/statement of purpose (optional but strongly encouraged)

Official English language proficiency score report

Official transcripts from each college/university attended

Official secondary education / high school transcripts or GED certificate, in English

For freshman applicants or transfer applicants with less than 24 credit hours, or where necessary

Copy of valid passport (photo/signature page only)

Copy of valid F1 visa (photo/signature page only) – for transfer-in students coming from a U.S. institution only, or copy of valid other visa types (ex: H4, E2, L2)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

24012 USD / year

≈ 24012 USD / year
Out-of-State

24012 USD / year

≈ 24012 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7661 USD / year

≈ 7661 USD / year

Living costs

Greensboro

United States

1001 - 1540 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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Overview

Program Learning Outcomes

The Student Experience

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Greensboro

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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