New students are admitted only at the beginning of the autumn quarter of each year and must enroll full time. Transfer students are admitted only at the beginning of the fall quarter. Acting majors are placed in the first year of the actor training sequence. Most design, technical and theatre studies majors also require four years of residence. It is very rare for a transfer student to be admitted to The Theatre School beyond the first year of a four-year curriculum.
Credits earned at other institutions are applicable only in the liberal studies areas.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early in the fall. A complete application file is required at least 2 weeks prior to your audition or interview. Ask for a Status Check. If you call for this service, please give your name and intended major to the staff member who will then be able to tell you what specific documents are missing from your file. New students are admitted only at the beginning of the autumn quarter of each year and must enroll full time.