After submission of a graduate application, (due by February 15 for design and management and by March 22 for production), applicants must submit a sample portfolio of materials which will be used in the preliminary selection process. From this group, a small number of applicants will be invited for a personal interview.
Submit Application Materials To:
Office of Graduate Admissions
College of Fine Arts
855 Commonwealth Avenue
Room 230
Boston, MA 02215
The preliminary package will be accepted at anytime and will be reviewed
when the applicant's application is on file with the University.
All portfolios must also contain a current résumé, a letter of intent,
and two letters of recommendation from theatre professionals. The letter
of intent should describe the applicant's career ambitions and why the
applicant has chosen to study at Boston University. Original work will
be returned if accompanied by a request. The portfolio should present
evidence of skill, sophistication, superior preparation, and talent.
Portfolio requirements by major can be found on our Portfolio Requirements page.
Submission by Mail:
Boston University Theatre
Design & Production Office
264 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
Interview dates are available mid-January through late February (for
Production concentrants, through late March at USITT). Students may
schedule a Portfolio Review online through our Appointment Quest System.
The School of Theatre expects to substantially fund
most accepted graduate students. Most students receive up to a full
scholarship and stipend. For more information, please contact the CFA
Office of Financial Aid.