The Department of Drama at the University of Virginia offers an undergraduate major leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree. This 33 credit-hour program is designed to equip students with the ability to connect theory and research to creative processes, collaborate across diverse artistic and scholarly methods, and think critically about performance and design. Graduates will be able to synthesize knowledge into creative practice and articulate the value and transformative potential of the performing arts within society. To declare the major, students must have completed a DRAM or DANC course at the 2000 level or above with a minimum grade of C and should contact the Director of Undergraduate Programs.
The Undergraduate Record and Graduate Record represent the official repository for academic program requirements.
UVA is committed to affordability and ranks highly for value. They limit need-based loans for undergraduate students with financial need. The university aims to minimize student debt.
To declare the Drama major, you must have completed a DRAM or DANC course at the 2000 level or above with a minimum grade of C. You should then contact the Director of Undergraduate Programs to initiate the declaration process.
The Drama major requires a total of 33 credit hours. These are broken down into 9 Discovery hours, 12 Learning Areas hours, and 12 Focused Inquiry hours.
International tuition rates for the Drama major are available through the University of Virginia's Student Financial Services. Please refer to their website for the most current information.
The University of Virginia is committed to affordability and aims to minimize student debt. Specific details on financial aid for the Drama major, including grants for Virginia families, can be found on the Student Financial Services section of the university website.
While specific career outcomes for the Drama major are not detailed, UVA graduates generally have strong career prospects, supported by a large alumni network and career services.