Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Theatre
Students may choose to focus in acting, costume design, lighting design, scenic design, or sound design. Students participate in numerous departmental productions to gain practical experience, develop portfolios, and connect and apply ideas and theories from their coursework and life. Theatre is the ideal program for the student who desires a general theatre education with a variety of experiences that will serve them in their future endeavors.
All liberal arts majors prepare students with the skills identified as contributing to managerial success: communicating and listening well, possessing insights into others, creative/critical thinking, problem solving, and the ability to make connections across complex ideas.
Careers in Theatre
- Actor
- Stage Manager
- Director/Producer
- Playwright
- Teacher
- Scenic Designer
- Promotions Manager
- House Manager
- Sales Marketing
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 |
| Tuition Fees | $31104 | $31104 | $31104 | $31104 |
| Books and supply | $1010 | $1010 | $1010 | $1010 |
| Other Fees | $1780 | $1780 | $1780 | $1780 |
| Total Fees | $33894 | $33894 | $33894 | $33894 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.0 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1170 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 26 | 36 | 1 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 110 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Requirements:
- Self reported high school grades and official transcripts
- Self reoprted ACT or SAT scores
- Proof of english language proficiency
- Personal Essay and Purdue specific questions
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL IBT: 88 minimum or higher
- IELTS: 6.5 minimum or higher with 6.0 in each section
- Duolingo: minimum 110 or better
- SAT or ACT: minimum of 600 in Evidence Based Reading & Writing in SAT and 26 minimum in English section in ACT