Program Overview
The Theatre (MFA) at Long Island University (LIU) is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 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 arts & design. 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 Theatre (MFA) 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,178 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,178 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: New York City, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Theatre (MFA) programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Perfomance Theory I
- Performance Theory II
- Performance Practices I
- Performance Practices II
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 3 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).
- Application for Admission
- Application fee: (non-refundable) Official copies of your undergraduate and/or graduate transcripts from any college(s) or universities you have attended.
- Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree in theatre or a related field with an overall and major minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average from an accredited school. Preparation for the program, in addition to theatre courses might also include coursework in art and music history, photography and design. In addition, applicants are expected to have practical experience in theatre as an actor, director, playwright or designer. Students who do not meet these requirements are welcome to discuss their options for admissions with the graduate advisor.
- Students for whom English is a second language must submit official score results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- All applicants must interview with the chairperson; performers must audition.. Admission to the program is for the Fall semester only. The Graduate Admissions Office and the Department of Theatre, Film, Dance & Arts Management must give approval for all potential students in this program.
- All applicants must submit a Personal Statement that addresses the reason you are interested in pursuing graduate work in this area of study.
- Submit two professional and/or academic letters of recommendation from theatre instructors or professionals familiar with the applicant\xc2\x92s theatre training and work. Recommendations must address the applicant\xc2\x92s potential in the profession and ability to complete a graduate program.
- Students admitted to this program are reviewed by the Department of Theatre, Film, Dance & Arts Management after completion of one year of study (18 credits), and must be invited by the faculty to continue in the program. Criteria for maintaining matriculation in the program include an acceptable grade point average, along with evidence of seriousness and professionalism about the course of study. Students may be required to successfully complete a comprehensive examination on classical and modern plays at the end of their first year.
- Performers, Directors: Audition and interview
- Designers, Stage Managers: Portfolio review and interview
- Theory and history focus: Writing sample & interview
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,178 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,178 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,178 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,178 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Long Island University (LIU) 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 Long Island University (LIU)
Long Island University (LIU)
Brookville, United States
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University Profile- Start Date 2017-09-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
