Theatre Studies Admissions

Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. 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 Theatre Studies. No audition or interview is required.

Deadlines and Review Dates

Students are accepted into the Theatre Studies major contingent on admission by Illinois State University.

Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. 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 Theatre Studies. No audition or interview is required.

Deadlines and Review Dates

Students are accepted into the Theatre Studies major contingent on admission by Illinois State University.

Minimum GPA

2.00

Middle 50% GPA

2.82 - 3.64

Required Courses

None

Recommended Courses

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

• Acting I (THE 110)
• Fundamentals of Theatre I & II (THE 103 & THE 104)
• Introduction to Costume (THE 130)
• Stagecraft (THE 160)

Academic Advising

Middle 50% GPA

2.82 - 3.64

Application Period

Applications are always accepted.

Application Information

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

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