Bachelor's in Fine Arts, Acting

West Virginia University (WVU) has evolved into a prominent research university, offering a diverse array of academic programs and fostering a vibrant campus life. WVU provides a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various fields, including the arts, humanities, social sciences, business, and STEM disciplines. The university's strong ties to its Appalachian heritage and dedication to community engagement are notable features, as seen through its initiatives to address regional challenges and contribute to the economic development of the state. With a combination of rigorous academic offerings, a vibrant campus atmosphere, and a strong sense of community, West Virginia University continues to provide students with a comprehensive educational experience and opportunities for personal and professional growth.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting (BFA) program in the School of Theatre & Dance is competitive with the best university acting programs in the country, both in intensity and in class time devoted to professional training. Throughout four years of study, students will progress through a well-coordinated series of core theatre studies covering theatre history, dramatic theory, text analysis, directing, stagecraft, costuming and special topics as well as their performance studies in acting, musical theatre and audition techniques. Freshmen and sophomore students receive four to six hours of acting instruction per week. Beginning in the sophomore year, students also receive an additional four hours per week in stage movement and in voice and speech. These first two years are set against the backdrop of a rigorous and wide range of liberal arts course work.