Theatre Scholarship Requirements

Theatre merit scholars must either major in theatre or minor in design and technology if majoring in Engineering. Students may compete in both areas.

Pre-screening Materials

Candidates for the theatre merit scholarship should submit the following to the Department of Theatre and Dance:

  • a résumé that highlights depth and dimension of experience in theatre (acting, directing, design and technology
  • two recommendations from theatre teachers, directors, coaches or mentors that discuss creative abilities, training and potential

Send materials by Nov. 15 (Early Decision I candidates) or Dec. 1 (Regular Decision and Early Decision II candidates) to:

Office of Admissions
Attn: Arts Merit Scholarships - Theatre
Bucknell University
One Dent Drive
Lewisburg, PA 17837

On-Campus Competition

Finalists for theatre merit scholarships will participate in these on-campus activities:

  • Theatre performance - performance of two contrasting monologues (no cuts necessary for time constraints) and participation in movement, voice and improvisation workshops
  • Design and technology - presentation of original artwork (drawings, paintings, technical drawings) and production work (via slides or photographs); interview with faculty member

Families are invited to a Q&A session and luncheon with department students and faculty.