Theatre arts
Bachelor of Arts
Window into the human experience
Whether you dream of being on stage or working behind the scenes, this program will help you grow your creative talents, technical skills and performance experience for a future in professional theater.
As a theater arts major, you’ll dive into the fundamentals of acting, scenic, costume and lighting design, play analysis, theater technology and playwriting. You’ll learn how to create and produce live theater, both as an individual artist and as part of a collaborative production team. Along the way, you’ll gain hands-on experience in every aspect of theater — from performance and design to management and production — with opportunities to perform and work on both student-led and community productions.
View the sample four-year plan for this degree.
Overview
Related Topics
Performance plus experience
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Have previous drama experience
- Enjoy live theater, television and film
- Have an artistic personality
- Are self-disciplined
- Are committed to developing your talent
Career outcomes
Current job openings
896 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Postsecondary Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers • Postsecondary Art, Drama, and Music Teachers
$82,691 - Musicians and Singers
$63,104 - Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
$48,481 - Producers and Directors • Media Programming Directors • Talent Directors • Technical Directors and Managers
$69,308 - Art Directors
$92,553
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Paying for college can feel overwhelming, but U of I’s Financial Aid Office is here to help. Our experienced financial aid counselors can assist you in exploring financial aid options, making informed financial decisions and addressing common concerns.
To maximize aid and scholarship possibilities, be sure to complete your FAFSA. For information on FAFSA deadlines and answers to common questions, visit the University of Idaho FAFSA website.
Plan ahead — estimate your cost of attendance with U of I’s Cost Calculator.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Hands-on learning
- Acting coursework
- Design coursework
- Directing coursework
- Stage technology coursework
- Participation in the production of plays
Internships
- Rabold Fellowship — Oregon Shakespeare Festival
- Actors Theatre of Louisville
Application information
Undergraduate applications open each September and admissions are processed on a rolling basis. Qualified students are admitted and considered for scholarships and financial aid as applications are received.
Explore admission requirements and apply on our Admissions website.