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Theatre (MA) | Education (MSed) | Accelerated MA Degree Program

Master of Arts in Theatre

The Missouri State University Department of Theatre and Dance offers a Master of Arts in Theatre, which allows students to build off of their previous theatre degree and develop a unique perspective regarding theatre through an intensive graduate program.

Entrance Requirements

The Master of Arts in Theatre requires an undergraduate major in Theatre or a minimum of 24 hours in Theatre to demonstrate an adequate background for graduate work. A student may make up a deficiency with additional undergraduate courses, though such courses may not be counted toward the total requirements for the master's degree.

The student must also have a GPA of at least 3.00 for the last 60 hours of undergraduate work, submit a writing sample, and submit three letters of recommendation.

Degree Requirements

The Master of Arts in Theatre consists of several degree requirements, including: Research, Comprehensive Examination, Core Curriculum Classes, and Interdisciplinary Area Classes

More information regarding the degree requirements are available in the following documents:

Financial Aid

Both Missouri State University offers several financial aid programs for graduate students.

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