Program Description

The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre is a 120-credit hour degree program designed to provide students with professional-caliber training within the framework of a liberal arts education with specific coursework in acting, directing, design, literature and history. We want our students to be lifelong learners who are prepared to enter a complex, ever-changing global society. Our world-class faculty provides students with a foundation in the sciences, math, communications, writing, the humanities and more. Because we offer such a variety of courses and experiences, you have countless options when it comes to customizing your educational path. Our courses include:

• Acting
• Musical Theatre Dance
• Costume Construction
• Stagecraft
• Playwriting
• Tap Dance
• Sound Design and Production
• Fashion History
• Acting Shakespeare
• Scenic Design
• Acting in Song
• Principles of Design
• Creative Improvisation
• Computer Aided Design
• Jazz Dance
• Lighting Design
• Professional Practice Seminar
• Theatre History
• Stage Makeup
• Voice and Movement
• Stage Combat
• Social Dance
• Directing
• Stage Management

Admission Requirements

• Freshmen applicants who meet one of the following criteria will receive automatic admission to Arkansas State:
  • 3.0 cumulative high school grade point average (or GED test score equivalent) OR
  • 19 minimum ACT super score or minimum 990 combined SAT super score OR
  • Class rank in the top 20% of applicant's graduating class
• High School Marks(India, Nepal, Pakistan) 60% in English at X & XII in Certificate.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6	6	6	6	6

Remarks:

• Official High School Transcript Required
• Total 120 Credit program
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $23,000.