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Bachelor of Arts - Theatre (Performing Arts)

Iowa State University

Ames campus — Ames, Iowa, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 29,268
Application Fee
USD 65
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Theatre and Performing Arts program: Utilizes a flexible, interdisciplinary curriculum dedicated to empowering the citizen artist. Focuses on undergraduate experiences, high impact learning, interdisciplinary and cross-community collaboration, and exceptional professional preparation and training. Engages in collaborative, innovative practices in both classroom and production settings. Empowers students to take an active role in an interconnected system of artistic community engagement and creative momentum. Is dedicated to individualized student-centered programming that is ambitious, relevant, and rigorous. ISU Theatre impacts hundreds of students from majors throughout the university in its classes, productions and studios. Its students are compassionate, enthusiastic, aware, ambitious, dependable, dedicated, disciplined and generous. The Theatre and Performing Arts program offers a wide variety of courses that support the student’s individual interests and specialization. The curriculum is flexible, interdisciplinary and dedicated to fostering the citizen artist. The major in performing arts offers the undergraduate student a cross-disciplinary core including 26 credits in three categories: Theatre, Music and Dance. Students also select a 21-24 credit emphasis in one or more of the following areas of focus: Acting/Directing Dance Musical Theatre Theatre Studies Theatrical Design and Technology Additional professional development occurs within two required professional internships in which students can practice the skills and passions developed throughout their individualized plans of study. Preparation for these internships include various impactful experiences in theatre and the performing arts here at Iowa State. This work is vital for students to gain a practical understanding of the rigors of the field.
Faculty / school
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Field of study
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 29,268
Application fee
USD 65
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Ames campus

Ames, Iowa, United States

2433 Union Dr.

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

Iowa State University is a public, land-grant university, where students get a great academic start in learning communities and stay active in 800-plus student organizations, undergrad research, internships, and study abroad. They learn from world-class scholars who are tackling some of the world's biggest challenges -- feeding the hungry, finding alternative fuels, and advancing manufacturing. Iowa State University is known worldwide for excellence in science and technology, discovery and innovation, and a student-centered culture with faculty and staff dedicated to student success Why Iowa S...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.