PVA Admissions

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Make Your Art. Find Your People.

At ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï, you will join a creative community where faculty know your name, collaboration crosses disciplines, and your work moves from the classroom to the studio, gallery, recording booth, and stage. 

Whether you are ready to audition or still exploring your options, we will help you find your place in the College of Performing and Visual Arts. 

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School of Art and Design

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Make work that is unmistakably yours. Develop your creative voice through hands-on studio experiences, close faculty mentorship, and opportunities to exhibit your work. No portfolio is required for admission to our undergraduate Art and Design programs, but you may submit one for scholarship consideration.

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School of Music

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Your music belongs here. Study closely with artist-teachers, perform in dynamic ensembles, and build the musical and professional skills to shape your future. Performance, Music Education, Composition, and graduate programs require an audition, interview, or both, while our undergraduate Bachelor of Arts programs do not require an audition for admission. 

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School of Theatre Arts and Dance

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Bring stories to life. Develop your voice as a performer, educator, designer, technician, and collaborator through rigorous training and hands-on production experience. Requirements vary by program and may include an audition, interview, work samples, or additional application materials. 

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STAD's production of Miranda's Nightmare.

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