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25 Master's degrees in Drama in California, United States
California State University Fullerton4,3(9)
Fullerton, California, United States Top 7% in Worldwide Theatre Arts - Directing
This Theatre Arts - Directing Concentration degree at California State University Fullerton is for students who desire a professionally oriented education and training in design and technical production, and directing.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$15,142/yr
California State University Fullerton4,3(9)
Fullerton, California, United States Top 7% in Worldwide Theatre Arts - Design and Technical Production
This Theatre Arts - Design and Technical Production degree at California State University Fullerton is for students who desire a professionally oriented education and training in design and technical production, and directing.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$15,142/yr
University of San Diego4,0(7)
San Diego, California, United States Top 9% in Worldwide Acting
The Acting program of the University of San Diego is designed to take advantage of training and performance opportunities made available by The Old Globe. Students' performance work in the Globe's professional productions is much more than an added attraction, it is one of the centerpieces of the training.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$46,650/yr
University of Southern California4,1(62)
Los Angeles, California, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Dramatic Writing
The Dramatic Writing degree offered at University of Southern California provides students with the foundation to not only build a fruitful career, but to further discover and develop their own authentic voice.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$73,260/yr
University of California, Santa Barbara4,2(31)
Santa Barbara, California, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Theater Studies
The Theater Studies programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara offers a comprehensive exploration of dramatic arts and performance. This full-time undergraduate degree provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in theatre history and practice, delivered on-campus at this prestigious institution.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$14,430/yr
San Diego State University4,5(33)
San Diego, California, United States Top 4% in Worldwide Musical Theatre
The Musical Theatre M.F.A. at San Diego State University is a prestigious two-year programme designed for public study. This intensive course integrates professional performance training with academic rigour. Students complete 60 units over four semesters to prepare for leadership roles in the global theatre industry.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$11,548/yr
University of California, Irvine (UCI)4,4(7)
Irvine, California, United States Top 1% in Worldwide Stage Management
The Stage Management program at University of California, Irvine (UCI) is dedicated to the professional training of advanced students interested in developing their skills, knowledge, and abilities in production stage management.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$27,864/yr
California State University Los Angeles3,9(39)
Los Angeles, California, United States Television, Film, and Theatre - Acting
Television, Film, and Theatre - Acting from California State University Los Angeles is a three-year, terminal degree program that prepares students for diverse professional and academic careers in content creation, acting, and writing in the narrative media.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$9,144/yr
University of California, Riverside4,8(8)
Riverside, California, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Creative Writing and Writing for the Performing Arts
The Creative Writing and Writing for the Performing Arts programme at the University of California, Riverside is a two-year, full-time Master of Fine Arts. This intensive degree focuses on fiction, poetry, nonfiction, screenwriting, and playwriting, providing students with world-renowned faculty and excellent funding.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,010/yr
Academy of Art University3,8(86)
San Francisco, California, United States Acting
The master level Acting programme at Academy of Art University offers a professional environment for performers to refine their craft. This public study mode course focuses on building a career-ready portfolio. Students develop advanced skills in San Francisco, benefiting from a curriculum designed by industry experts.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$26,586/yr
University of California, Davis4,4(11)
Davis, California, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Dramatic Art
The two-year program in Dramatic Art at the University of California, Davis, is designed to provide a course of rigorous, advanced training and practice that enables mid-career artists to explore and expand areas of expertise in order to develop artistically and professionally.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$30,697/yr
University of Southern California4,1(62)
Los Angeles, California, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Performance Studies Graduate Certificate
Performance Studies Graduate Certificate from University of Southern California is a two-year, 30-unit program consisting of individual instruction, chamber music, symphony, music history, conducting, interpretation of baroque music and electives. A graduate recital is required.
Master Full-time On-campus
$74,010/full
University of California, Riverside4,8(8)
Riverside, California, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Experimental Choreography
The Experimental Choreography M.F.A. at the University of California, Riverside is a full-time, two-year postgraduate programme. Spanning six quarters, this degree focuses on intense dance investigation and interdisciplinary practice, designed for established artists seeking to challenge their creative research through expert faculty mentorship.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,010/yr
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(74)
Beverly Hills, California, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide Production and Directing
The Production and Directing M.F.A. at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is a rigorous three-year, full-time programme. It combines practical craftsmanship with theoretical depth, focusing on narrative and documentary filmmaking. Students develop a unique creative voice through expert faculty mentorship.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$36,297/yr
University of California, Santa Cruz4,6(12)
Santa Cruz, California, United States Top 1% in Worldwide Theater Arts
The Theater Arts programme at University of California, Santa Cruz is a master level course delivered in a public study mode. This advanced curriculum focuses on the intersection of performance and digital media, providing students with rigorous training in creative scholarship and professional practice over a standard duration.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$15,102/yr
University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)4,2(74)
Beverly Hills, California, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide Producers
The Producers programme at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) is an elite M.F.A. degree delivered full-time over two years. This professional course focuses on creative producing and executive leadership within the global entertainment industry, combining storytelling excellence with strategic business expertise.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$36,297/yr
University of Southern California4,1(62)
Los Angeles, California, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide Performance (Vocal Arts)
The Performance (Vocal Arts) MM program offered at University of Southern California is a two-year, 30-unit program consisting of individual instruction, ensembles, cantata and oratorio, pedagogy, vocal literature, music history and electives. A graduate recital is required.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$73,260/yr
San Francisco State University3,8(6)
San Francisco, California, United States Top 7% in Worldwide Theatre Arts
The Theatre Arts MA program from San Francisco State University offers a comprehensive program of both practical and theoretical courses for graduate students whose interests center on various aspects of educational and professional theatre.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$9,870/yr
California Institute of Integral Studies4,2(5)
San Francisco, California, United States Drama Therapy
The Drama Therapy Program at California Institute of Integral Studies has been exploring how therapeutically-adapted dramatic processes work over time to heal wounds, facilitate lasting change, and help people reach their highest potential.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$41,220/yr
Academy of Art University3,8(86)
San Francisco, California, United States Acting
The Acting master programme at Academy of Art University offers a professional environment for performers to refine their craft. This public study mode course focuses on developing a career-ready portfolio. Students engage in hands-on training with industry experts to master the skills required for the global stage.
M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$26,586/yr