Theatre arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Step into the spotlight
Bring stories to life on stage and behind the scenes with the Bachelor of Fine Arts in theatre arts. In this immersive program, you’ll master the skills to create, perform and produce live theater as both an individual artist and a collaborative team member. From acting and directing to scenic, costume, and lighting design, you’ll engage in every aspect of theatrical production.
Whether you envision yourself on stage or contributing to the magic behind the curtain, this program offers the hands-on experience, creative training and real-world opportunities through student and community productions to prepare you for a dynamic, professional career in the performing arts.
Overview
Related Topics
Performance plus experience
Degree fit
This program could be a good fit if you:
- Are interested in finance, investing, or market strategy
- Want hands-on experience managing portfolios and analyzing risk
- Hope to pursue a career in trading, asset management or financial services
- Want to build practical skills using real financial tools
Career outcomes
Current job openings
791 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and starting salaries
- Postsecondary Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers • Postsecondary Art, Drama, and Music Teachers
$48,689 - Musicians and Singers
$24,022 - Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
$16,358 - Producers and Directors • Media Programming Directors • Talent Directors • Technical Directors and Managers
$35,468 - Art Directors
$42,299
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Financial aid and scholarship opportunities
Hands-on learning
Students in the special education program have many opportunities for hands-on training in the Center on Disabilities and Human Development. About 20 students are enrolled in the program each year. The small size allows them to form strong interpersonal bonds with faculty as well as one another.
You will also have opportunities to participate in interdepartmental studies, become involved in community-based programs and network with professionals in special education and other disciplines.
Internships
Upon completion of your coursework, you will be required to take certification exams by the state in which you will work. You also will complete a one semester internship experience in a classroom environment, where you will learn alongside experienced teachers. You also will receive personal mentorship from our leading education faculty.
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.