BFA Acting at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The BFA in Acting is an intensive training program for students who intend to pursue a career in acting for stage and film. Admission is determined via an audition and interview process, in addition to admission to the University Park campus. Four years of studio training include one semester in the Theatre Academy of London for advanced training.

Faculty: College of Arts and Architecture | Duration: minimum 121 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 121 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include Introduction to Bartenieff Fundamentals, Anatomy and Physiology for Performers, Dance Foreign Study, Music Theatre--Class Voice I 1, Music Theatre--Class Voice II 1, Theatre Foundations 1.

Career pathways

This degree prepares students for advanced study in acting, movement, playwriting, or directing. Students are ready to enter the profession, prepared on every level to be a successful artist.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to the program includes acceptance to the University Park campus, application to the program, an audition, and an interview with primary faculty members. Video taped auditions and video interviews may be arranged. Entrance Procedures Students interested in pursuing Acting (B.F.A) should follow the appropriate first year, change of major, or transfer application instructions found under Acting Admission Information at https://arts.psu.edu/how-to-apply/#specific . Retention Requirements Retention will be determined through the process of scheduled reviews, in concert with verification of sustained academic growth as demonstrated by earning of grades of C or higher within the major.

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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