Ball State University's B.F.A. Acting option requires 85 credit hours. After completing these courses, students may choose two or three courses in advanced performance areas as determined by individual career goals. The lowest acceptable grade in a course for credit toward a mojor or minor in Theatre and Dance is C. Any student receiving a C- or lower must retake the course in order to receive credit towards a major or minor in the department. If a course is repeated, the higher grade will be recorded by the university.

BFA Acting Program (85 Credit Hours)

Core Curriculum (32 Credit Hours)

 ACTING OPTION (Select 53 Credit Hours)

 DIRECTED ELECTIVES (41 Credit Hours)

ELECTIVES (Choose 12 credit hours)

Up to one other Theatre course approved by PDA or Chair (3)

Students not admitted to the Acting Option may declare a Theatre major with a Theatrical Studies Option and re-audition after completing at least one semester on campus.

More Information 
For complete information on program requirements, please consult the Ball State University Undergraduate Catalog or contact the Department of Theatre and Dance.