About the course

The Theatre Studies Program at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign offers graduate and undergraduate degrees (BFA, MA PhD) in the academic study of theatre as a liberal art. Our focus is on the history of theatre and the development of dramatic criticism through the ages and across borders, with particular emphasis on American theatre. Our doctoral program is one of the oldest and most respected in the country and has produced some of the world’s leading scholars, writers, educators, and administrators in the field. Established under the guidance of Barnard Hewitt as a program in Theatre History Criticism, the Interdisciplinary Program in Theatre Studies strives to produce cutting-edge research and groundbreaking leaders in theatre scholarship. Iago's Plot RainThe Master of Arts degree in Theatre Studies is an advanced academic program designed to nurture research and critical skills, knowledge, and professional skills for the potential theatre educator, scholar, and theatre professional. The program emphasizes the critical study of theatre history and performance in an interdisciplinary approach. It offers many opportunities for engagement as dramaturgs, directors, and creative artists.The Master of Arts degree in Theatre Studies may be completed within one year over the course of three semesters. Students must fulfill 32 hours of course work in theatre and related studies. Of these 32, 12 hours must be in courses numbered 500 or higher. Two semesters in residence are required. Internships may be required for those seeking to pursue professional careers. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: US$30,910

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Urbana
Fall (August), 2025	Urbana

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Illinois - Urbana-Champaign

All applicants should present transcripts documenting undergraduate or graduate study of theatre practice, dramatic literature, and theatre history with a cumulative grade point average in these subjects of at least 3.0 (A = 4.0). Applicants whose first language is not English must submit recent Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores, the current minimum score for consideration is 550 on the paper-based test (213 on the computer-based version).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

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