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Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts

Shorelight Group - University of Massachusetts Boston

USA,Massachusetts

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 36,758/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Massachusetts

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1852

Total Students: 15,989 +

Int. Students: 1,710 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

100 William T Morrissey Blvd, Boston, MA 02125, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts

Program Overview

Unleash your creativity, passion, and talent in the world of performing arts with the Theatre Arts program at UMass Boston. Immerse yourself in a diverse range of theatrical practices, from acting and directing to stage design and production, and experience the transformative power of storytelling and live performance.

Theatre Arts Values:

We train our students in state-of-the-art facilities, exposing them to current technology, quality equipment, and contemporary approaches.
In classes and productions, we follow industry standards, preparing our students with one-on-one mentoring, group collaboration, and peer mentorship to succeed in a highly competitive field.
We provide curricula that take our students from theory to practicum, and from applied production work to internships.
We promote undergraduate research that allows our students to participate in regional and national conferences such as KCACTF and USITT.

In this program, you will:

Demonstrate the ability to read closely, to think critically, to speak eloquently, and to write effectively
Gain advanced skills in one or more areas of theatre arts concentration
Acquire a wide range of skills practiced in theatre arts, including acting, design-technology, stage management, and dramaturgy
Follow best practices during production, including rehearsals and performances
Exercise the ability to work collaboratively and collectively

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

10 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
may 2024		Not Available
may 2025		Not Available
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 36,758 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - University of Massachusetts Boston

CAD 18,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
SAT
- Minimum Overall Score - 450.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 55.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Scholarships available for Fall 2025 Intake. The deadline for the below mentioned scholarships will be until 30th Apr, 2025

Undergraduate Scholarships-

UNIVERSITY	UMASS Boston
Year 1	Up To $6,000
Year 2	Up To $6,000
Year 3	Up To $6,000
Year 4	Up To $6,000
Total for 4 years	Up to $24,000

Post-Graduate Scholarships:

UNIVERSITY	UMASS Boston
Year 1	Up To $2,000
Year 2	Up To $2,000
Total for 2 Years	Up to $4,000

Please note:

Scholarships are not automated, the student/ counsellor should request a scholarship over email within 5 business days of deposit payment.
The above waivers and scholarships are only available until 30th Apr, 2025.
If students are arriving before the move in date, they need to make their own accommodation arrangements.
We recommend your students to accept their Offer letters as early as possible and not wait until the last minute due to the anticipated backlog in visa Appointment availability.
Students cannot enter the U.S. more than 30 days before their I-20 Program Start Date. They could be turned away at the border or future benefits may be denied.
Limited Merit scholarships are still available for high achieving students.
Please share this information with your colleagues and / or branch offices.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss the above, do not hesitate to reach out to the appropriate member of the Recruitment team.

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.