University of Texas - Austin

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.A.; M.F.A., Ph.D.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Department of Theatre and Dance admits students in the Fall semester only. Please submit any questions to: tad_gradinfo@austin.utexas.edu

Admission to the graduate programs of the UT Department of Theatre and Dance is highly competitive and selective. Applicants must first meet the general admission requirements of the Graduate School. The M.F.A. programs in Acting, Directing, Dance, Design (all areas) and Technology (all areas) do not require the GRE Exam.

Beyond the general requirements of the Graduate School, the Department of Theatre and Dance has specific application requirements and deadlines for each concentration. Please click on your area of interest to find out more information.



Acting (MFA)
Dance (MFA)
Directing (MFA)
Drama and Theatre for Youth (MFA)
Performance as Public Practice (MA, MFA, PhD)
Playwriting (MFA)
Theatrical Design & Theatre Technology (MFA)

International Student Requirements:

TOEFL Exam

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above