Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Acting
Eight semesters of acting will culminate in a semester-long audition class taught by casting directors from the Goodman Theatre and Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
UIC currently offers three theatre degrees:
- Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Performance
- Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Design, Production & Technology
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in
The curriculum balances history, theory, and practice, integrating traditional performance forms with contemporary interdisciplinary practices. Courses in Acting, Voice, Movement, Directing, Playwriting, and Design help them to develop practical knowledge, cultural sensitivity, intellectual resourcefulness, and imaginative daring. This Acting program is offered by the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $13779 | $13779 | $13779 | $13779 |
| Compulsory Fees | $5039 | $5039 | $5039 | $5039 |
| Total Fees | $18818 | $18818 | $18818 | $18818 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 54 | 90 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1370 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 31 | 36 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an official secondary school transcript to get admission.
- Students required to maintain at least a 3.0 overall GPA.
Language Requirments:
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores.
- Students are required to submit an SAT or ACT score to be considered for admission.
International students who currently or will hold a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction, do not need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score report.