Overview

Education

We recognize that the creation of new work is the life blood of the theatreand to this end we provide opportunities for students to develop and create new performance work while maintaining connections to our history through productions of classic, modern and contemporary texts. The Theatre program is offered by The Ohio State University.

The Wexner Center for the Arts complements our own work with innovative offerings of cutting edge performing artists from around the globe.

The department offers diverse ways for students to connect with the theatre profession through internships and international opportunities.

The PhD program is oriented to scholarly research in theatre history, criticism, theory, and dramatic literature. The degree culminates in the writing of a dissertation, and a minimum of 45 graduate credits hours beyond the MA or MFA degree.

Programme Structure

Areas of study

Theatre history and historiography

Critical and dramatic theory

Genre history and theory

Production analysis and dramaturgy

Women and theatre

Archival access and training

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of purpose articulating your interests and goals

Current CV or resume

Writing sample (published or unpublished) that demonstrates research, analysis, and expository writing

Three letters of recommendation

One official copy of transcripts or record of marks for each university-level school attended, including English translation of any foreign documents

Proof of English proficiency for international applicants or U.S. applicants whose native language is not English

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14318 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14318 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

14318 USD / year

≈ 14318 USD / year

Living costs

Columbus

United States

940 - 1520 USD / month

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Education

Programme Structure

Key information

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Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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