Acting (MFA) 24 months Postgraduate Programme By DePaul University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

48,936 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

4Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Acting program at The Theatre School of DePaul University is renowned for its rigorous and comprehensive training, emphasizing authenticity, expressive depth, and physicality in performance. Rooted in Chicago's rich theatrical tradition, the program prepares actors for versatile careers on stages and screens worldwide. Students benefit from instruction by a distinguished faculty of experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds, integrating a curriculum that draws from influential methodologies such as Stanislavski, Spolin, Grotowski, Shurtleff, Lessac, Linklater, and various physical and vocal techniques including Yoga, Tai Chi, Feldenkrais® Method, and Laban. The program's experiential learning approach includes regular production assignments, enabling students to apply classroom learning directly in professional settings, fostering a holistic development of their craft and preparing them for success in the global entertainment industry.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Performing Arts

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Acting program at The Theatre School of DePaul University is renowned for its rigorous and comprehensive training, emphasizing authenticity, expressive depth, and physicality in performance. Rooted in Chicago's rich theatrical tradition, the program prepares actors for versatile careers on stages and screens worldwide. Students benefit from instruction by a distinguished faculty of experienced professionals with diverse backgrounds, integrating a curriculum that draws from influential methodologies such as Stanislavski, Spolin, Grotowski, Shurtleff, Lessac, Linklater, and various physical and vocal techniques including Yoga, Tai Chi, Feldenkrais® Method, and Laban. The program's experiential learning approach includes regular production assignments, enabling students to apply classroom learning directly in professional settings, fostering a holistic development of their craft and preparing them for success in the global entertainment industry.

Admission Requirements

53+
80+
6.5+
115+
A bachelor's degree or equivalent is required for admission to graduate programs.

2 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
48,936 USD
International
48,936 USD

Scholarships

Tuition Award

Tuition Award
Master Open

Value

$6300

Deadline

15 Jun 2028

Graduate Presidential Scholarship

Graduate Presidential Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$12000

Deadline

15 Jun 2027

Dean's Scholarship

Dean's Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$6000

Deadline

15 Jun 2028

CDM Presidential Scholarship

CDM Presidential Scholarship
Master Open

Value

$6000

Deadline

15 Jun 2027

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