Communication Studies and Theatre

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Program Overview

Give yourself options with this versatile bachelor’s degree in communication studies and theatre from USF. No matter your career plans, build strong communication skills and develop your talents in theatre.

Whether you’re speaking at a committee meeting or working on a stage, you’re performing. The same public presentation abilities apply. People need to understand you. They need to like you. They need to believe you. At USF, you’ll learn the top ways to present yourself and your ideas the best way possible – all with the values of a Christian university.

Scholarships

Committed to making college more affordable and accessible, the University of Sioux Falls is now offering virtual audition options for theatre scholarships. During their junior or senior year, students wishing to audition for a theatre scholarship may submit video auditions via the Video Audition Form.

Students from every academic major participate in the arts at USF. Performance scholarships are awarded to majors and non-majors alike. Whether you choose to pursue the arts professionally or as a co-curricular activity, the University of Sioux Falls offers many opportunities to cultivate and express the gifts God has given you.

Virtual Theatre Audition Guidelines

  • Prepare and record either one monologue or one musical theatre song. Make sure it's memorized. The song should be performed with a karaoke track or an accompanist.
  • Upload a URL to that video (YouTube, Google Drive, etc.) when you fill out the Video Audition Form.

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Outcomes

Theatre majors have a range of job prospects across diverse fields. With USF's communication studies and theatre graduates achieving 100% job placement, opportunities include roles in advertising, broadcasting, journalism, business management, education, government, healthcare, high-tech industries, law, social services and the performing arts. Positions range from media planner and television director to legal researcher and stage manager, offering a broad spectrum of career paths for theatre degree holders.

Career Outlook

  • Average Salary: $62,205
  • Job Postings: 1,241

Average salary is based on a 2024 NACE Salary Survey. Job posting data is for communications specialist positions and is provided by Lightcast. This number represents unique job postings from companies looking to hire in the last 30 days as of May 2024.

Communication Studies and Theatre Degree Options

B.A.

Communication Studies and Theatre

A Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies and Theatre encompasses a diverse range of subjects designed to develop students' skills in both communication and the performing arts.

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Minor

Communication Studies and Theatre

A minor in communication studies and theatre will help you whether you’re speaking at a committee meeting or working on a stage.

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Campus Ministries

In Campus Ministries, we focus on loving Christ and serving Him. No matter what denomination you are, you'll feel welcome.

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Tuition & Costs

Explore our tuition and cost details to see how USF can be a feasible and rewarding choice for your academic journey.

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Financial Aid

USF is among the most affordable institutions in the region. We’re here to explain USF’s financial aid details, processes and options for all students.

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