UTeach Theatre (B.F.A. in Theatre Education)

UTeach Theatre, the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre Education degree plan, is a nationally recognized, pre-professional program for students interested in teaching theatre at the high school, middle school or elementary school level.

Outstanding faculty offer students a comprehensive curriculum in theatre, drama, technical theatre and educational methods combined with in-depth field and student teaching experiences.

The B.F.A. in Theatre Education degree plan leads to K-12 theatre teacher certification. Students wishing to study theatre who do not plan to seek teaching certification should apply to the B.A. in Theatre and Dance.

There are more than 20 performance opportunities each year for students majoring in theatre. Many productions are student-produced, providing opportunities to develop new skills as directors, writers, production managers, designers and dramaturgs.

1. Submit the ApplyTexas Application or Common App Application

Available: August 1, 2023
Deadline: December 1, 2023

All applicants must submit a freshman university application via ApplyTexas or Common App. This university application will include:

• Application
• Fee
• Essay
• Short answers
• Transcript(s)
• Other required optional materials, if applicable
• Scholarship interest form

For a full list of application requirements, please visit the Office of Admissions website.

2. Submit Theatre and Dance Application Requirements

Available: September 1, 2023
Deadline: December 8, 2023

B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) applicants are asked to submit a short video as part of their Theatre and Dance application:

• Introduction and Teaching Demo: Please introduce yourself and your hometown, and tell us a fun fact about yourself. Then, teach a brief lesson about something fun and easy. For example, you could teach us how to make a PB&J, or teach about why dogs are better than cats (two to three minutes total).

Applicants may be asked to schedule an interview with our B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) faculty after the application deadline.

For External Transfer Applicants

1. Submit the ApplyTexas Application or Common App Application

Available: August 1, 2023
Deadline: March 1, 2024

The Common App or ApplyTexas fall application is due March 1. All applicants must submit a freshman university application via ApplyTexas or Common App. This university application will include:

• Application
• Fee
• Essay
• Short answers
• Transcript(s)
• Other required optional materials, if applicable
• Scholarship interest form

For a full list of application requirements, please visit the Office of Admissions website.

2. Submit Theatre and Dance Application Requirements

Available: September 1, 2023
Deadline: March 1, 2024

B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) applicants are asked to submit a short video as part of their Theatre and Dance application:

• Introduction and Teaching Demo: Please introduce yourself and your hometown, and tell us a fun fact about yourself. Then, teach a brief lesson about something fun and easy. For example, you could teach us how to make a PB&J, or teach about why dogs are better than cats (two to three minutes total).

Applicants may be asked to schedule an interview with our B.F.A. in Theatre Education (UTeach Theatre) faculty after the application deadline.

For Internal Applicants (Change or Add Major)

1. Complete The University of Texas at Austin Internal Transfer Application

Available: February 1, 2024
Deadline: May 1, 2024
For more information regarding the internal transfer process, please visit the Office of Admissions Internal Transfer website.

An interview with UTeach Theatre (Theatre Education) faculty is required for admission to the UTeach Theatre program. Sign up for an interview time by completing the Internal Transfer Application.

View a full list of important application dates and deadlines.

The schedule and availability of Theatre and Dance courses changes each semester. The courses listed above are examples for this focus. Students must also fulfill The University of Texas at Austin’s core curriculum, department core, and elective requirements.

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