Santa Cruz,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Theatre Arts in Santa Cruz United States | University of California, Santa Cruz
University of California, Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
16,014
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Theater Arts Major and Minor integrate drama, dance, theater design technology, historical studies, and critical analysis to provide students with a comprehensive undergraduate education. The foundational curriculum includes hands-on training across multiple disciplines along with an in-depth exploration of theatrical history from classical to contemporary works. Advanced coursework allows students to specialize in historical, theoretical, or critical studies while engaging in small studio classes and personalized faculty mentorship. The Dance Minor offers an expansive study of dance, covering its historical roots, cultural significance, and performance aspects. Students can select from diverse interdisciplinary courses to broaden their understanding of this multifaceted art form.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
First-year applicants are students who have:
Completed their secondary education and have earned a certificate of completion which enables them to be admitted to a university in their home country
Never been enrolled as a university student
UC has slightly different admission requirements for applicants who are international students. If you're applying as a first-year applicant, you must:
1. Complete 15 year-long academic courses with a 3.4 GPA:
2 years of history (in place of U.S. History, history of your country)
4 years of composition and literature in language in which you are instructed
3 years of college-preparatory mathematics that include the topics covered in elementary and advanced algebra and two- and three-dimensional geometry.* (Approved integrated math courses may be used to fulfill part or all of this requirement)
2 years of college-preparatory science, including or integrating topics that provide fundamental knowledge in two of these three subjects: biology, chemistry, or physics. One year of approved interdisciplinary or earth and space sciences coursework can meet one year of the requirement. Computer Science, Engineering, Applied Science courses can be used in area D as an additional science (i.e., third year or beyond).
2 years of a second language
1 yearlong course (or 2 semesters) of visual and performing arts
1 additional course from any subject areas above
 
English-language Proficiency
- Score 6.5 or higher on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)*
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)* examination:
- Internet-based test (iBT) or iBT Home Edition: Minimum score of 80 or better
- Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 115 
Tuition
USD
16,014