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Master of Theatre Arts

San Francisco State University

San Francisco, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A liberal arts theatre degree spanning acting, Design and directing.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain the principal concepts and methods of Theatre Arts. Apply knowledge involving major combining technical and design courses. Interpret relevant information
Work on discipline-specific assignments
And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Dramaturg
Stage manager
Stage director
Production designer
Actor
Talent agent
Theatre reviewer
Teacher

Curriculum

Major combining technical and design courses
Acting and directing with the history and philosophy of theatre and play analysis. Students specialise in acting
Technical work
Design or history
Perform in the Arts Center
Work with the Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival and can study theatre abroad.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a 3.0 GPA in the degree or last 60 semester units
English proficiency and programme-specific materials; programmes may set higher requirements.

Minimum GPA

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution or equivalent; good standing; programme-specific materials (statement, recommendations, writing sample, test scores)

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 80
IELTS 6.5
Duolingo 110
PTE Academic 59
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
English Language Test Results
Personal Statement
Recommendation Letters
Financial Evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$21,838 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Liberal & Creative Arts
Department	School of Theatre and Dance
Teaching language	English
Credit value	30
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.