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Applying to Illinois State

Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Portfolio interviews are not required for admission to the Production Design and Technology major. Start your application today!

Audition and Enrollment Process

  1. Apply to Illinois State University
  2. Receive a decision within two weeks
  3. Submit your enrollment deposit and become a Redbird

If you would like to audit a class, meet with faculty, or if you have a question about the enrollment process, email Cristen Monson.

Program Requirements

A portfolio review is NOT required for acceptance into the Production Design and Technology major within the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film.

The School of Theatre, Dance, and Film applies the same academic standards as those required for admission to Illinois State University. There is no separate SAT/ACT or GPA requirement for admission to the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film.

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Minimum GPA

2.00

Middle 50% GPA

2.82 — 3.64

Advising

Cristen Monson
(309) 438-3936
Centennial West 212B

Required Courses for Admission

None

Recommended Courses for Admission

To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.

  • Acting I (THE 110)
  • Fundamentals of Theatre I & II (THE 103 & THE 104)
  • Introduction to Costume (THE 130)
  • Stagecraft (THE 160)

Additional Information

Sequence requires portfolio review and interview.

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Contact Information

  • School of Theatre, Dance, and Film
  • (309) 438-8783
  • Centennial West 212
  • Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts

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