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Bachelor of Wig and Makeup Design and Technology
- Chicago, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Conservatory degree in wig and makeup design and technology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain and apply fundamental concepts in Fine Arts in Wig and Makeup Design and Technology. Analyze discipline-specific problems using suitable methods and tools. Communicate findings and demonstrate skills relevant to arts and design.
Career outcomes
- Designer
- Creative Project Coordinator
- Production Assistant
- Visual Content Specialist
Curriculum
- Conservatory training in wig and makeup design and technology I-III
- figure drawing for theatre
- principles of design
- global history of costume
- hair and makeup
- monster making
- advanced makeup and portraiture for the wig and makeup artist.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completion of secondary school with transcripts and the country-specific secondary exam documents
- Common Application
- Proof of English
- No minimum GPA published.
- Grade/academic selection criteria: Secondary school completion
- No minimum GPA published
Accepted academic background
Completion of secondary school (high school) with transcripts and country-specific secondary exam documents (Requirements by Country); Common Application; final transcripts before enrolling
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 115
- PTE Academic 53
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Secondary school completion certificate
- Portfolio of relevant work
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Fine Arts in Wig and Makeup Design and Technology admission requirements at DePaul University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Prepare and upload a relevant portfolio. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $50,192 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Lincoln Park Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | The Theatre School |
| Department | Department of Arts and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 77 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | DePaul University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Bachelor of Fine Arts in Wig and Makeup Design and Technology. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Nov 2027
366 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $50,192 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $27,695 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 115, PTE Academic 53, IELTS Academic 6.5. A portfolio is required.

