Colleges with Acting Majors

If you're interested in drama, comedy or musical theater, you can find your future at a college, university or conservatory that offers an acting major. As an actor, you'll develop confidence, verbal agility, time management skills, and the ability to process direction and use it to your advantage. Whether you love stand-up or Shakespeare, you can find an acting program in the United States or overseas that will let you develop your talent to its full potential. Many of these schools offer a bachelor of fine arts.

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SUNY Cortland Performing Arts

Cortland, NY  -   College  -  

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SUNY Cortland is an academic community dedicated to diverse learning experiences. Students grow as engaged citizens with a strong social conscience fostered by outstanding teaching, ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to Jennifer S Saluti, Director, Office of Recruitment and Admissions, at Syracuse University: College of Visual & Performing Arts.

Syracuse University: College of Visual & Performing Arts

Syracuse, NY  -   College  -  

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Syracuse University's College of Visual and Performing Arts (SU:VPA) in Syracuse, New York, is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to AMDA Office of Admissions at The American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA).

The American Musical and Dramatic Academy

New York, NY  -   College  -  

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For over 50 years, AMDA has been celebrated as one of America’s premier performing arts institutes. AMDA offers two-year Conservatory programs on our New York ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to Alison Ryan, International Relations Executive, at Mary Immaculate College.

Mary Immaculate College (MIC), Limerick, Ireland - Theater Studies

Limerick, Ireland  -   College  -  

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Mary Immaculate College (MIC) is Ireland's leading university-level College of Education and Liberal Arts. The BA in Contemporary and Applied Theater Studies is an immersive ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to Helen Kantilaftis at New York Film Academy.

New York Film Academy

New York, NY  -   College  -  

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The New York Film Academy was founded on the philosophy that "learning by doing" combined with best industry practices is more valuable than years of ... (more)

American Academy of Dramatic Arts (AADA)

New York, NY  -   College  -  

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A two year degree-granting acting school with locations the two most dynamic centers of theatre and film in the U.S. At each stage of development, ... (more)

New World School of the Arts

Miami, FL  -   College  -  

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New World School of the Arts, located in Miami, Florida, is a center for excellence in the visual and performing arts. It provides a comprehensive ... (more)

The Catholic University of America Department of Drama

Washington, DC  -   College  -  

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CUAdrama, one of the oldest theatre programs in the country, enjoys a national reputation for the artistic and intellectual quality of its programs.  The department ... (more)

Regent University

Virginia Beach, VA  -   College  -  

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Regent University is one of the nation's leading academic centers for Christian thought and action. Our academic standards are high and our programs rigorous, but ... (more)

Tisch School of the Arts New York University

New York, NY  -   College  -  

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Tisch School of the Arts draws on the vast resources of New York City, Singapore, and New York University to create an extraordinary training ground ... (more)

Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre

New York, NY  -   College  -  

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The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre: Home of the Meisner Technique is a private, non-profit conservatory program located in the heart of NYC providing ... (more)

Chapman University: Arts Programs

Orange, CA  -   College  -  

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Chapman has two colleges solely dedicated to the arts. Dodge College offers a complete array of undergraduate and graduate degrees for students interested in all ... (more)

The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts

New York, NY  -   College  -  

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Welcome to The New York Conservatory! We understand that deciding how and where to pursue your professional acting career is one of life’s biggest decisions. ... (more)

AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts

Los Angeles, CA  -   College  -  

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For over 50 years, AMDA has been celebrated as one of America’s premier performing arts institutes. With New York and Los Angeles campuses, AMDA offers four-year ... (more)

The Theatre School at DePaul University

Chicago, IL  -   College  -  

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One of America's oldest and most-respected theatre conservatories, we prepare students for careers in professional theatre and throughout the entertainment industry. Offering 12 BFA majors ... (more)

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Dartmouth, MA  -   College  -  

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The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth distinguishes itself as a vibrant public university actively engaged in personalized teaching and innovative research, and acting as an intellectual ... (more)

Studio School

LOS ANGELES, CA  -   College  -  

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The Studio School is the first and only college of its kind, created with a major Hollywood studio, offering Accredited BA + BFA Degrees. Our ... (more)

Pacific Conservatory Theatre - Technical Theatre Training

Santa Maria, CA  -   College  -  

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Pacific Conservatory Theatre’s Two-Year Technical Theatre Training is unique. Students work with professional designers and technicians to produce PCPA's year round professional season. This mentor/apprentice ... (more)

UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television

Los Angeles, CA  -   College  -  

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The UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television (TFT) offers an innovative curriculum that integrates the study and creation of live performance, film, television and ... (more)

Ball State University

Muncie, IN  -   College  -  

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Ball State has a tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship. As a comprehensive university, Ball State offers a wealth of academic opportunities, including about 180 undergraduate ... (more)

Davidson College Arts Programs

Davidson, NC  -   College  -  

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The arts are integral to Davidson students’ lives, whether in classes or crossing campus. Within the rich traditions of the liberal arts that foster new ... (more)

Academy of Interactive Entertainment

Seattle, WA  -   College  -  

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AIE trains students for employment and career opportunities in 3D animation, game development and related fields through the provision of world class education as well ... (more)

The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama

London, United Kingdom  -   College  -  

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Located in the heart of London, UK, The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama has a long reputation of developing talented creatives who enjoy ... (more)

The Young Americans College of the Performing Arts

Corona, CA  -   College  -  

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YACPA combines performance and academic classes with travel and teaching opportunities in an accredited two-year A.A. in Performance degree program. Receive extensive training in voice, ... (more)

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Liverpool, United Kingdom  -   College  -  

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The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, Co-Founded by Sir Paul McCartney in 1996, has quickly established a reputation as one of the worlds leaders for ... (more)