BFA

Theatre and Fine Arts: Theatre

Learn more about studying Theatre and Fine Arts: Theatre as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    38,300USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Niagara University says about their program:

As one of the oldest professional theatre training programs in the region, Niagara University is well-known for preparing students for careers that take them anywhere from Broadway to Hollywood.

Since 1964, NU Theatre has proudly educated and entertained audiences through a variety of annual productions, giving students an artistic playground for growth and development and a heightened sense of purpose in their artistic pursuits. One-on-one mentorship with theatre faculty gives increased confidence – both on- stage and offstage – throughout every step of the experiential learning process. Our unique curriculum fuses a conservatory approach to theatre training with a liberal arts education. NU’s theatre programs require an intense schedule and disciplined focus on both academic coursework, and practical production experience.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • High school diploma
  • Evidence of past performance and character

Additional Requirements for Nursing Applications

  • A minimum of three years of high school science coursework. This should include at least one year of high school Chemistry with minimum earned grades of 80% (either year-end average or Regents exam scores as applicable) and at least one year of high school Biology with minimum earned grades of 80% (either year-end average or Regents exam scores as applicable)

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally or provincially accredited college or university

English proficiency

Undergraduate

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • TOEFL

    79

  • Duolingo

    110

Graduate

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • TOEFL

    79-80

  • CET 6

    450

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • Your native language is English
  • You were taught in the English medium
  • You spent one year or more studying in the United States
  • Your undergraduate institution is an accredited North American university

Graduate

  • Your native language is English
  • Niagara waives the English proficiency examination requirement for students scoring a 600 or higher on the GMAT/GRE.

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Teacher or counselor recommendation (required, but highly encouraged)
  • A 250 word essay (required, but highly encouraged)
  • Extracurricular activities resume (required, but highly encouraged)

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Two references (academic, professional and/or volunteer)
  • Statement of intent
  • GRE scores if applicable
  • Resume and/or experience profile

A degree evaluation by World Education Services or a Spantran for application is required for applicants who have obtained a degree outside of the United States or Canada Candidates applying to the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program must participate in an interview that will be scheduled after a preliminary review of the application materials. Ph.D. applicants will be required to submit additional materials

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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$37,190 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    US$29,865 per year

Funding

Merit-Based Scholarships & Grants Eligibility for these scholarships and grants is determined by a thorough evaluation of the student’s high school transcript and/or submitted standardized test scores.

  • Niagara Trustees’ Scholarships

    US$25,000 per year

  • NU Presidential Scholarships

    US$22,000 per year

  • Deans’ Scholarships

    US$20,000 per year

  • NU Achievement Awards

    US$17,000 per year

  • NU Grants

    US$13,000 per year

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What is the cost of living near Niagara University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Niagara University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements