MA in Theatre in Honolulu United States | University of Hawaii at Manoa

University of Hawaii at Manoa | Honolulu United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 33,648
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The University of Hawaii at Mnoa's Theatre and Performance Studies programs are celebrated for their productions and curriculum that highlight both traditional and modern Hawaiian and Asian performance arts. Students across all levels and programs can explore acting, directing, design, playwriting, and theater for young audiences (TYA), while courses in history, theory, research, and performance studies offer valuable context and inspire innovation. Learning is complemented by performances held in the 600-seat Kennedy Theatre and the cozy Earle Ernst Lab Theatre.

The Theatre and Performance Studies department boasts 14 full-time faculty members who instruct more than 40 courses each semester. With roughly 50 undergraduate majors, 38 master's candidates, and 15 PhD students, the program attracts aspiring theater professionals from around the world.

Through academic coursework and a full season of performances in the stunning Kennedy Theatre complex, students and audiences experience works from each specialized focus area. These degree programs offer a comprehensive educational foundation while allowing students to concentrate deeply on their chosen disciplines.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible, an applicant must hold or expect to hold prior to matriculation a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university, or an equivalent degree from a recognized non-U.S. institution of higher education.
A GPA of 3.0 or better in the last four semesters or approximately 60 semester credits (or the equivalent in quarter credits) of work as an undergraduate,
All international applicants are required to submit one transcript or academic record from each institution of higher education attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs. Applicants may submit unofficial copies of transcripts while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll at UHM. Official transcripts or academic records must be sent to Graduate Division Student Services directly from the issuing institution(s), or in sealed institutional envelopes if submitted with the application.

Applicants are required to submit one transcript from each post-secondary institution attended, including any study abroad or exchange programs, summer programs, and non-degree work and extension programs. Applicants may submit unofficial copies of transcripts while applying for admission. However, admitted students are required to submit official transcripts in order to enroll at UHM.

TOEFL iBT - Minimum score 61 TOEFL iBT
IELTS- Minimum score is 6.00 for the IELTS Academic overall band test results.

Tuition USD 33,648

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