Graduate Admissions

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Andrea Grapko
Graduate Coordinator

andrea.grapko@austin.utexas.edu

Pursue a graduate degree at The University of Texas at Austin Department of Theatre and Dance and join a growing network of innovative and forward-thinking designers, scholars, performance-artists and theatre-makers. The application for graduate admission is a multi-step process. The deadline to apply for Fall 2026 graduate admission varies by program and ranges from December 2025 through March 2026. Please review individual degree plans for specific timelines and requirements.

How to Apply:

M.F.A. in Dance

UT Live Design and Production (M.F.A. in Theatre)

Directing (M.F.A. in Theatre)

Drama and Theatre for Youth and Communities (M.F.A. in Theatre)

Playwriting (M.F.A. in Theatre)

Performance as Public Practice (M.A. in Theatre)

Performance as Public Practice (M.F.A. in Theatre)

Performance as Public Practice (Ph.D. in Theatre)

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Graduate Tuition, Scholarships and Financial Aid

There are several options available to students to assist with financing their education at The University of Texas at Austin.

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Graduate Admissions FAQs

Have a question about the Department of Theatre and Dance? Take a look at some answers to frequently asked questions from graduate applicants.

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