Theatre Arts
at University of Louisville
As part of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Theatre Arts is committed to a liberal arts education and professional training for our undergraduate students.
Course Overview
The ancient art of theatre is most fully understood and exists at its deepest form of expression through the creation of performances shared with an audience. Doing so demands a deep array of knowledge and skill combined with a professional attitude and work ethic that can serve students throughout their lives in whatever profession they pursue. All Theatre Arts Undergraduate Majors are required to fulfill course requirements for the College of Arts and Sciences, General Education and Programmatic/Supporting Courses. Theatre Arts Requirements are split into four core areas: Academics, Performance, Design and Technology, and Performance/Production. In addition, Theatre Arts undergraduate majors utilize 18 hours of department electives to specialize in one of five areas including African American Theatre, Performance, Design and Technology, Dramaturgy and Playwriting, and General Studies. All majors participate in the Culminating Undergraduate Experience in their final year.
Louisville Campus Life
Kentucky’s top university, known across the U.S. for research, innovation, and big city opportunities in a welcoming, student-friendly community.
- State-of-the-art facilities
- Over 400+ student clubs and organisations
- Long-standing history, established in 1798
- With more that 128,000 square feet, the Student Recreation Center is one of the best student fitness centers in the country
Recognised by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research 1, Opportunity College and Community Engaged university.
University of Louisville
The University of Louisville is a top metropolitan university in Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city. It is home to three campuses and 12 schools and colleges. The University of Louisville is one of only 21 universities nationwide to earn both the Research 1 (R1) and Opportunity College & University (OCU) designations in the 2025 Carnegie Classifications.
Why choose the University of Louisville
Research and innovation leader
Recognised by the Carnegie Foundation as a Research 1, Opportunity College and Community Engaged university.
Public university in US
UofL also placed once again in the top 100 of public universities in the U.S. News & World Report for its 2025 Best Colleges.
Alumni network
Dynamically connected to the local and global community, boasting an impressive alumni network.
Entry Requirements for
Undergraduate
For Highschool: Diploma of State Maturity and Certificate of State Maturity (Transcript – 10, 11, and 12)
Minimum 2.5 GPA – High school GPA 6 out of 10
Graduate
Diplomë Bachelor
Minimum 2.5 GPA – 6/10
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) | Tuition Fees (2026-27) |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | Direct Entry – $29,736 | Direct Entry – $29,736 |
| Graduate | Accounting and Analytics (MSAA) – $28,000 Business Analytics – $34,500 Engineering – $15,304 |
Engineering – $15,304 Accounting and Analytics (MSAA) – $28,000 Business Analytics – $34,500 |
| This is a list of estimated tuition at the University of Louisville (UofL). Official tuition will be updated annually and released in July. The amounts quoted here are for tuition only. Additional fees not shown here include international student, recreation fee, course specific fees, etc. | ||
Scholarships at University of Louisville
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