Whether training to be an actor, playwright, designer, stage manager, or technician, students will study and practice their individual disciplines in a collaborative and encouraging environment while sharing an academic curriculum designed to provide a well-rounded and comprehensive understanding of their craft.
The program offers a BFA degree in theater; with concentrations in acting, design, and production; and an MFA degree with a concentration in playwriting.
Detailed information for serious evaluators
This four-year program in Theater Arts provides a comprehensive education in acting, voice and speech, and movement, building foundational skills in Year 1 and progressing to advanced techniques and scene study in subsequent years. Students will explore various theatrical styles, on-camera performance, script analysis, and auditioning, culminating in professional industry preparation and a study abroad opportunity. The curriculum also incorporates electives and production assignments to offer a well-rounded theatrical experience.
A clear picture of what this course will cost you
Currency note: Program costs shown in USD based on the available tuition breakdown.
Living cost estimates are based on College Avenue Campus.
What happens after you graduate
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The Daily Targum
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
Zimmerli Art Museum, Rutgers University
What makes this program stand out
Next intake is in January 2027
What daily life looks like for international students
Primary language everywhere
10-20°C average, pack layers
Exeter is one of UK's safest cities
Common questions about Theater Arts at Rutgers University–New Brunswick
Whether training to be an actor, playwright, designer, stage manager, or technician, students will study and practice their individual disciplines in a collaborative and encouraging environment while sharing an academic curriculum designed to provide a well-rounded and comprehensive understanding of their craft.
The program offers a BFA degree in theater; with concentrations in acting, design, and production; and an MFA degree with a concentration in playwriting.