Applying to Illinois State

Illinois State's preferred filing period for freshman students for the fall semester is September 1-November 15. Applying early is encouraged, as the University must limit enrollment due to space at the University and in specific majors/programs. Visit the Office of Admissions to apply today!

Applying to the Program

The School of Theatre and Dance applies the same academic standards as those required for admission to Illinois State University. There is no separate ACT or Grade Point Average requirement for admission to the School of Theatre and Dance.

Any student accepted by Illinois State University may declare a major in Theatre Teacher Education. No audition or interview is required, although Theatre Teacher Education majors may arrange an interview for departmental scholarship consideration.

Students must apply to Illinois State University prior to interviewing for a Theatre Education scholarship within the School of Theatre and Dance.

2018-2019 Interview Dates 

Applying for a Scholarship

If you wish to interview for a School of Theatre and Dance scholarship in Theatre Teacher Education, please select an interview date after completing your application for admission. Prior to your interview date, please submit:

• A resume detailing your theatre production experiences.
• A recent photo.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• A one-page typed essay describing your reasons for wanting to be a teacher.

Please come to the interview prepared to discuss your essay, your experiences in theatre and any additional experiences you may have had working with young people. (Note that your essay for the School of Theatre and Dance is separate from the personal statement required by the Office of Admissions.)

Your materials should be mailed to:
School of Theatre and Dance
Campus Box 5700
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 61790-5700
Attention: Theatre Education

Deadlines and Review Dates

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

School of Theatre and Dance scholarship awards are announced after March 1.

Plan of Study

This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.

• Plan of Study

Applying to Illinois State

Applying to the Program

The School of Theatre and Dance applies the same academic standards as those required for admission to Illinois State University. There is no separate ACT or Grade Point Average requirement for admission to the School of Theatre and Dance.

Any student accepted by Illinois State University may declare a major in Theatre Teacher Education. No audition or interview is required, although Theatre Teacher Education majors may arrange an interview for departmental scholarship consideration.

Students must apply to Illinois State University prior to interviewing for a Theatre Education scholarship within the School of Theatre and Dance.

2018-2019 Interview Dates 

Applying for a Scholarship

If you wish to interview for a School of Theatre and Dance scholarship in Theatre Teacher Education, please select an interview date after completing your application for admission. Prior to your interview date, please submit:

• A resume detailing your theatre production experiences.
• A recent photo.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• A one-page typed essay describing your reasons for wanting to be a teacher.

Please come to the interview prepared to discuss your essay, your experiences in theatre and any additional experiences you may have had working with young people. (Note that your essay for the School of Theatre and Dance is separate from the personal statement required by the Office of Admissions.)

Your materials should be mailed to:
School of Theatre and Dance
Campus Box 5700
Illinois State University
Normal, IL 61790-5700
Attention: Theatre Teacher Education

Deadlines and Review Dates

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

School of Theatre and Dance scholarship awards are announced after March 1.

Minimum GPA

2.50

Middle 50% GPA

2.41 - 3.37

Required Courses

None

Recommended Courses

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

• Acting I & II (THE 110& THE 113)
• Fundamentals of Theatre I & II (THE 103 & THE 104)
• Introduction to Costume (THE 130)
• Stagecraft (THE 160)
• Fundamentals of Psychology (PSY 110)
• Educational Psychology (PSY 215)

Additional Information

It is strongly recommended that students meet the Basic Skills Requirement prior to enrollment. Visit the College of Education's website for details on the Test of Academic Proficiency or acceptable ACT or SAT scores which can be used to meet this requirement.

Plan of Study

This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.

• Plan of Study (2018-2019 Catalog)

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Middle 50% GPA

2.41 - 3.37

Plan of Study

This information is based on requirements for the academic year(s) indicated. Students should consult the catalog year they were admitted under for their academic requirements.

• Plan of Study

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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