Why Major in Theatre (Theatre Studies)?

For your evolution as a theatre leader and innovator

Opportunities in the Theatre Studies Track are as varied as the students who pursue it. Here you can explore directing, playwriting, creating new work, theatre management, or something of your own devising. This track also leaves you room to double-major in another subject, or minor in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

At a Glance

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What Are My Career Options Studying Theatre (Theatre Studies)?

Prepare graduate school or for a wide range of careers in theatre, including: actor; costume, lighting, or sound designer (among other theatre crew positions); teaching artist, producer, artistic director, programming director, curator, education director; dramaturge; playwright; stage manager; theatre; and high-school theatre teacher.

Tuition, Scholarships & Financial Aid

UMBC works to provide students with adequate need-based funding.

2025–2026 Undergraduate Cost Calculator Financial Aid Scholarships

Ready to Apply?

Complete the Common App

Your first stop is the Common App. You can learn more about how to apply with the Common App here.

Request Supporting Documents

You’ll be required to submit your official transcript and international transcript (if applicable). You may also choose to submit standardized test scores and/or letters of recommendation.

Complete Scholars Programs and Visual and Performing Arts Majors Requirements (optional)

Applying to a Scholars Program or as a Visual or Performing Arts major? Be sure to research additional requirements and deadlines specific to the programs of interest to you.

Application Deadlines

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Contact Information

UMBC Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation Contact Information

Mailing Address

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
and Orientation
1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD 21250

OFFICE LOCATION

Albin O. Kuhn Library
on the lower level next to Library Pond

Admissions Staff

410-455-2292

Available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

admissions@umbc.edu

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