Overview

The master of fine arts degree program in Theatre at Pennsylvania State University pursues the following objectives:

to assist each student in acquiring discriminating taste and critical judgment in theatre;
to help each student attain skills and proficiencies in theatre;
to provide the training, discipline, and opportunities essential to the development of a professional ability in at least one area of theatre; and
to prepare each student for an active career in academic and/or professional theatre or other areas within the entertainment industry.

Features

Facilities include the Playhouse, a 450-seat proscenium theatre; the Pavilion, a 249-seat thrust theatre; a 150-seat proscenium theatre in the heart of downtown State College; theatre production studios for scenic, property, and costume preparation; two computer-assisted design laboratories; a lighting laboratory; a sound and media studio; and rehearsal and dance studios.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theatre Research: Sources and Procedure
Dramaturgy Seminar
Masterpieces in Production
Experiential Analysis of Italian Design Styles
Experiential Analysis of Eastern European Styles
Experiential Analysis of Period Style
Projects in Playwriting
Costume Construction: Crafts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-25 00:00:00 , International

More details

International applicants are encouraged to submit materials at least four months before the beginning of the semester for which they are applying.

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Requirements for admission to the M.F.A. program are:

a broad undergraduate preparation in theatre, including 3 credits each in acting, directing, stagecraft, and theatre history; and 6 credits of dramatic literature;
12 credits in related subject areas such as communications, oral interpretation, art, business, music, and dance; and
submission of a vita and at least three letters of recommendation.
submission of evidence of professional potential in the proposed area of specialization-auditions, prompt books, portfolios, manuscripts, and other appropriate presentations-to the applicable study program(s) by arrangement with the department; and
a personal interview to be arranged by the student.

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

46796 USD / year

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Out-of-State

46796 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

25966 USD / year

≈ 25966 USD / year

Living costs

University Park

United States

1000 - 1500 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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Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

University Park

Financing

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