Theatre - Film and Digital Media Admissions

Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged. Start your application today!

Program Requirements

The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film applies the same academic standards as those required for admission to Illinois State University. There is no separate SAT/ACT or GPA requirement for admission to the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film.

Any student accepted by Illinois State University may declare a major in Film and Digital Media. No audition or interview is required.

Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged. Start your application today!

Program Requirements

The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film applies the same academic standards as those required for admission to Illinois State University. There is no separate SAT/ACT or GPA requirement for admission to the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film.

Any student accepted by Illinois State University may declare a major in Film and Digital Media. No audition or interview is required.

Minimum GPA

2.00

Middle 50% GPA

TBD - TBD

Required Courses

Recommended Courses

To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides

• Introduction to Film Art (THE 170)
• Filmmaking I (THE 238)

If your college doesn't offer the recommended courses for this major, you may wish to consider transferring earlier to stay on track to complete your degree in a timely manner. Please reach out to Admissions at (309) 438-2181 or Admissions@IllinoisState.edu for additional questions.

Academic Advising

Middle 50% GPA

TBD - TBD

Application Period

Applications are always accepted.

Application Information

Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.

Academic Advising