
Master of Arts
M.A. in Theatre Studies
The M.A. degree program in Theatre Studies at UH is recommended for individuals with a strong interest in the scholarly aspects of theatre—particularly dramaturgy, theatre history, and performance studies. The program is ideal for students interested in going on to pursue the Ph.D. or working as a professional dramaturg. A select number of students are admitted to the M.A. program each year, ensuring a high degree of individual contact with faculty.
Priority given to applications received by February 15; however, applications continue to be accepted throughout the Spring. Absolute Deadline (if space is still available) is May 15 of the same year.
Admission Requirements
- UH application: Apply online through the University of Houston Graduate School
- The GRE requirement for the M.A. in Theatre Studies has been permanently suspended.
- Program inquiries: Dr. Elizabeth Coen (emcoen@Central.UH.EDU)
Click here for M.A. in Theatre Studies Application Instructions and Details
Summer M.A. for Theatre Educators
Our Summer M.A. for Theatre Educators program is an affordable and convenient path for busy theatre educators to accomplish a graduate degree in three short summer sessions. Twelve theatre educators will be accepted this summer to begin their two-year path toward a Master of Arts in Theatre.
Coursework in the Summer M.A. is developed keeping in mind that you want to further develop your theatre programs and your classes. Our faculty is eager for the opportunity to teach working professional theatre educators. Besides the dedicated faculty, you will have at your disposal the many resources and amenities that the University of Houston has to offer its graduate students.
Priority given to applications received by March 15; however, applications continue to be accepted throughout the Spring. Absolute Deadline (if space is still available) is May 15 of the same year.
Admission Requirements
- UH application: Apply online through the University of Houston Graduate School
- School of Theatre & Dance application: Submit an electronic portfolio to the School of Theatre & Dance.
- Program inquiries: Jessica Ferrarone.
Click here for Summer M.A. for Theatre Educators Application Instructions and Details