Summary

Learn basic skills of auditioning and acting in theater, film, TV and other media. Work with industry professionals and gain performance experience in theatrical productions and digital films.

Completion Award
Certificate of Proficiency
Length of Study
63 Credits
Starting Quarter
Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer
Location
On Campus

  1. Perform four monologues for stage and camera auditions
  2. Work with actors, writers and directors of varying skill levels and working styles
  3. Analyze a script stating character objectives, subtext, biography and intentions appropriate to various genres and formats
  4. Memorize on deadlines a full-length stage performance and two short digital film performances
  5. Demonstrate knowledge of professional theater and film set behavior and ethics
  6. Demonstrate a familiarity with Western dramatic literature from the Greeks to contemporary American theater

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The demand for films within the United States and abroad continues to create work for actors. Competition for jobs is strong. Graduates are hired as actors, screenwriters/story specialists, casting assistants and production assistants.

Potential employers include: Film, TV and Video production companies; corporate communications/video departments and talent/casting agencies.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter
2022-2023
WA-Resident Non-WA resident,
US citizen, &
Eligible non-citizen

On Campus
Non-WA resident
Non-US citizen¹
Non-WA resident, US citizen
Online Only
1 credit $150.18 $246.87 $337.97 $166.09
5 credits $658.90 $1,142.35 $1,597.85 $738.45
12 credits (full-time) $1,418.96 $2,393.98 $3,312.20 $1,579.76
15 credits $1,592.00 $2,579.20 $3,508.25 $1,755.35

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Fees
Approximately $20 - $120 per quarter, depending on courses selected

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