About the course

The Department of Theatre at MSU is challenging the traditional in order to create something new, unique and fresh. We are doing things differently Our one of a kind self-selected undergraduate education (School of Choice) benefits from graduate mentors of our highly regarded artist/educator Master of Fine Arts programs. With the most advanced stage technology we allow designers the opportunity to defy conventional design. With focused-based theatre studies courses that surround today?s most pressing topics we challenge the traditional survey teaching model. Through forward-thinking acting classes we embrace media at its core. And our adventurous programs like the ?m?GEN in collaboration with Wharton Center develops new trailblazing musicals with today?s most promising artists. Theatre has offered an MFA in Acting, preparing students for careers as professional actors and educators. This fully-funded three-year program has a unique focus on the synergistic relationship between artist and educator. The faculty of working artists and scholars provides extensive performance opportunities and rigorous training in acting, voice, and movement, alongside ly mentored opportunities to develop skills and credentials as university teachers. 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: 6 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	East Lansing
Summer (May), 2024	East Lansing
Fall (August), 2024	East Lansing
Spring (January), 2025	East Lansing
Summer (May), 2025	East Lansing
Fall (August), 2025	East Lansing
Spring (January), 2026	East Lansing
Summer (May), 2026	East Lansing

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Michigan State University

All Official Transcripts. Bachelor Degree is required for Admission. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.

　　When applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program in theatre, applicants must select a concentration in either acting or design. The audition and interview procedures for each concentration are as follows:

　　Acting: Students applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program with a concentration in acting must audition for selected faculty at nationally designated venues in Chicago or New York City or on the Michigan State University campus. Students should contact the Head of Acting to schedule an on-campus audition. The acting curriculum is sequential and admissions occur every three years.

　　Design: Students applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program with a concentration in design must present their design portfolios for review and be interviewed by the design faculty. Students should contact the Head of Design for an appointment.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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