Master of Fine Arts

The School of Theatre & Dance’s commitment to academic excellence and the highest professional standards has made the institution a vital resource in the educational and cultural life of this city. We offer graduate students a rigorous program of study rooted in both academic knowledge and practical experience, producing informed, innovative graduates who go on to become leaders in their respective fields.

Housed in the heart of the fourth largest city in America, the ɫ�� provides its students with a wide array of opportunities for culturally diverse experiences. School of Theatre & Dance students are also exposed to the myriad professional, religious, and community-based performance opportunities that the city has to offer.

GENERAL MFA ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Prospective MFA candidates are encouraged to contact the head of their area of concentration prior to filling out an official application, as each area of study has unique placement criteria and deadlines.

In addition to meeting all KGMCA graduate admission requirements, prospective students will be assessed by the faculty recruitment committee within their area of concentration prior to being offered placement.

Acting

Head of Area: Adam Noble – asnoble@central.uh.edu

All graduate acting candidates should audition for the ɫ�� + Alley Theatre MFA Professional Actor Training Program before applying to the ɫ�� Graduate School; candidates that meet all KGMCA graduate admission requirements are not automatically admitted into the program.
Audition opportunities may be secured through the (URTA), or by self-submission to Adam Noble.
No GRE is required for actors.

Designers

Head of Area: Barb Niederer – bniedere@central.uh.edu

Interviews and portfolio presentations are held with Barbara Niederer.
Design and Technology candidates are asked to submit an electronic portfolio, resume and a brief statement of experience and goals.
Interviews are conducted through the (USITT) and the (URTA).
No GRE is required for designers.

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HOW TO APPLY TO YOUR MFA PROGRAM
1. Apply for placement within your area of concentration.
2. Once you have received an offer, then apply to the  .
As part of the ɫ�� Graduate School application process, applicants must:
- Pay the application fee.
- Request letters of recommendation from theatre professionals.
Applicants to the programs should request three (3) letters. During the online application, applicants are asked for the names and email addresses of their recommenders. Those individuals will be contacted directly by ɫ�� to submit their letters of support. 
- Submit all official college transcripts to ɫ�� Graduate Admissions.
  1. Proof of Degree. The State of Texas requires all incoming graduate students to provide proof that they have received the appropriate undergraduate degree(s) in order to enter any graduate program. Students who apply while enrolled at another institution will be required to submit an additional, final transcript to the ɫ�� Graduate Admissions Office upon completion of their degree.
  2. International Transcripts. If you have attended an institution outside of the United States, please see the Graduate School's  for country-specific requirements.
  3. Official Address. If your previous institution uses the eScript electronic transcript system, copies can be submitted to gradschool@uh.edu. Otherwise, send official transcripts by mail to:
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Graduate Admissions
P.O. Box 3947
Houston, Texas 77253-3947
- Apply to the School of Theatre and Dance. As part of the application system, applicants upload program-specific materials as needed.

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GENERAL MFA ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

HOW TO APPLY TO YOUR MFA PROGRAM

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