Overview

Stage Design from Southern Methodist University emphasizes the process of artistic collaboration, especially with directors; the pursuit of artistic skills, including drawing, painting and drafting, necessary for communication; the development of critical thought and the ability to articulate ideas; and the acquisition of professional standards that prepare the student for a meaningful and productive life in the theatre.

Students at Stage Design from Southern Methodist University will:

acquire comprehensive skills in scenery, costume and lighting design

be prepared for the professional world with opportunities to exercise collaborative, artistic and management skills not only in the Theatre Division

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Scene Design

Costume Design

Advanced Designing with Computers

Designing With Computers: Stage Photography

Draping

Text Analysis for Designers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dallas, 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.

English requirements

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General requirements

Contact Information

Transcripts

Recommendations

Artist Statement

CV/Resumé

Acting: Interview-Audition

Portfolio

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

35200 USD / year

≈ 35200 USD / year
Out-of-State

35200 USD / year

≈ 35200 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

35200 USD / year

≈ 35200 USD / year

Living costs

Dallas

United States

1140 - 1925 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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Students at Stage Design from Southern Methodist University will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Dallas

Financing

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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