Theater Arts Major

How to Apply

• Complete your APU Undergraduate Application
• Select Theater: Theater Arts, BA as your major
• When prompted, complete your BA Theater Arts Scholarship Application
• If eligible, complete your FAFSA (does not apply to international students)

Auditions

Students do not need to audition for the theater arts major, as this is not an acting degree. Students who are primarily interested in acting should apply to our BFA in Acting for the Stage and Screen program.

Plan a Visit

APU Theater Arts in-person Campus Tours includes an exclusive Theater Arts tour, reception with faculty, lunch with Theater students, and an audit of a class. Parents and students are able to find out more about APU Theater Arts. The sessions will be hosted by a member of our admissions team, who will introduce you to our unique program. We look forward to meeting you!

In-person Campus Tours Fall 2023 Dates:

• October 20th
• November 10th

Campus Tour RSVP Form

Theater Arts Immersive Day

February 23, 2024, spend the day with Theater Arts faculty and students. Join us for a University tour, department tour, academic connect with faculty, audit a class, lunch with theater students and see a production.

Immersive Day RSVP Form

Theater Arts Virtual Connect

We invite you to get to know Azusa Pacific University Theater Arts faculty and programs by registering for a Zoom Information Session as well as a Q&A with Theater student ambassadors.

Virtual Theater Arts Q&As Fall 2023 Dates:

• October 27th at 4pm (PST)
• November 17th at 4pm (PST)

Virtual Theater Arts Q&As Spring 2024 Dates:

• January 26th at 4pm (PST)
• March 1st at 4pm (PST)

Virtual Connect RSVP Form

BA in Theater Arts Scholarship Application Requirements

• APU Undergraduate Application
• Fall 2024 BA in Theater Arts Scholarship Application Form, including one of the following creative work samples:
• One-Act or Full-Length Original Play or Adaptation
• Critical Essay on an aspect of theatrical history, literature, or production (five pages)
• Design Portfolio (photos accepted)
• Directing (video sample accepted)

Declaring Your Major

Students may declare a major in theater arts once they are admitted to APU.

General Undergraduate Admission Requirements

Select an option below:

• First-time Freshman
• Transfer
• International

College of the Arts Theater Scholarship

The College of the Arts Theater Scholarship is a talent-based scholarship available to select incoming undergraduate students enrolled in the:

• BFA in Acting for the Stage and Screen
• BA in Theater Arts

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