Program Overview
The Acting at West Virginia University is a Master programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Acting programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 11,070 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,284 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Morgantown, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Acting programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Research Methods
- Teaching Practicum
- Seminar
- Thesis or Dissertation
- Advanced Graduate Acting Studio
- Advanced Graduate Vocal Techniques
- Advanced Graduate Stage Movement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Auditions for Admission
In addition to meeting the graduate entrance requirements for West Virginia University, all applicants for the Master of Fine Arts in Acting must complete an interview audition. GREs are not required.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 11,070 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,284 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 11,070 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 4,284 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact West Virginia University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About West Virginia University
West Virginia University
Morgantown, United States
West Virginia University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-08-20
- Language English
- Duration 36 months