Overview

The Theatre Arts graduate program in the Johnny Carson School of Theatre and Film at University of Nebraska-Lincoln combine academic depth with professional training to prepare students for professional and academic success.

Key Features

They screen applicants for admission to their programs at nationwide University/Resident Theatre Association (URTA) interviews; we also conduct on-campus conferences with applicants, where they likewise organize portfolio presentations.

Individuals at any stage of their current careers or career planning who are interested in design and/or technical production emphases should prepare and provide evidence of current experience, ability and/or technical skills.

The Carson School offers graduate courses in advanced scene design, lighting design, costume design, computer-aided design, drafting, pattern-making rendering, stage rigging, digital motion graphics, and stage technology.

The curriculum also includes courses on dramatic theory, play analysis, and theatre history. They hold classes in the historic Temple Building (funded by John D. Rockefeller, Jr.), and productions take place in the School's numerous venues, which include the Howell Theatre (Proscenium), the Studio Theatre (Flexible Black Box), and Lab Theatre (Small Black Box).

Teaching assistantships and graduate fellowships are available to all students enrolled in graduate study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Costume Crafts

Advanced Voice Techniques

Auditioning

Advanced Projects in Technical Theatre

Stage Lighting

Scene Design

Masters Scenic Design Studio

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lincoln, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Application for Admission with $50 non-refundable application fee.

Transcripts (unofficial): Uploaded as part of application form.

Resume/CV

Personal Statement: Discuss and explain your interest in theatre design and/or technology (350 words).

Portfolio

Writing Sample: Provide up to 2 samples of your writing which demonstrate your capacity in communication. Feel free to use an undergraduate paper you may have written, a memo (or memos) you may have written for an employer, or even a diary account that you believe best expresses your ideas.

Research Interest: Indicate your area of interest: Scene Design, Lighting Design, Costume Design, or Theatre Technology.

Faculty: Review current faculty and their areas of research. Identify a faculty member with whom you would like to work.

Three letters of recommendation: We accept letters of recommendation from individuals who know your work best, such as former teachers, professors, employers, or supervisors.

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

22198 USD / year

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Out-of-State

22198 USD / year

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In-State

8950 USD / year

≈ 8950 USD / year

Living costs

Lincoln

United States

926 - 1371 USD / month

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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Financing

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