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Bachelor of Theatre Arts

Rockford University

Rockford, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

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

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
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

Secondary school graduation (first-year) or college transcripts (transfer)
With English translation if needed
Passport copy
Bank statement
Affidavit if the statement is not in the student's name
Test-optional (SAT/ACT not required)
NACES evaluation may be required.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school graduation (first-year) or college transcripts (transfer), With English translation if needed, Passport copy, Bank statement, Affidavit if the statement is not in the student's name, Test-optional (SAT/ACT not required), NACES evaluation may be required.

Language tests

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL iBT 77
Duolingo 95
PTE Academic 53
IELTS Academic 5.5

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check requirements and rolling admission (official website 2. Apply online at the Rockford application form (rockforduniversity. My. Salesforce-sites. Com/form?formid=217865). Upload transcripts (with English translation) to the document portal. Submit passport copy
Bank statement of at least 43
120 USD (affidavit if not in your name)
English score unless waived. English interview if slightly below the score. Receive I-20
Apply for the F-1 visa (DS-160) and pay the SEVIS fee. Arrive up to 30 days before start and attend international orientation.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$40,420 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	$1,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	College of Arts and Humanities
Department	Performing Arts
Teaching language	English
Credit value	65
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Rockford University may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
August 2027
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.