DramaNorth America

280 Master's degrees in Drama in North America

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Theatre - Directing

Do you want to collaborate with some of the most innovative theatre minds in the country? Come and explore how to develop new work with gifted playwrights, devisors and community-engaged artists in this Theatre - Directing program at Arizona State University.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$30,348/yr

The City University of New York4,2(40)

New York City, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Educational Theatre

The Educational Theatre programme at The City University of New York offers comprehensive graduate training for aspiring artist-educators. This M.S.Ed. degree provides flexible study modes, including initial and professional certification pathways, to suit diverse career goals within the drama and teaching sectors.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,635/yr

Moravian University4,6(9)

Bethlehem, United States

Performance Creation

The Moravian College Master of Fine Arts in Performance Creation, in partnership with Touchstone Theatre, is a unique opportunity for artists to hone their vision and see their work through from artistic impulse to realization on stage.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year, 9 months$8,500/yr

Fanshawe College4,5(23)

London, Canada

Advanced Filmmaking

This Advanced Filmmaking Postgrad.Cert program from Fanshawe College gives you the practical skills and knowledge you need to join the film and television industry in a variety of positions. Learning from industry professionals, you will gain hands-on experience in all stages of production. You won’t just be learning about films, you’ll be making them at Fanshawe's state-of-the art film school.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

9 months$26,162/full

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Performing Arts Administration

At the Performing Arts Administration MA program from New York University you’ll combine intensive study with internships at leading New York City organizations. Learn how to imagine creative solutions to emergent problems, think critically, communicate effectively, and manage both human and material resources.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

2 years$26,220/yr

University of Florida4,3(102)

Gainesville, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Theatre

The graduate program offered by the School of Theatre and Dance at University of Florida leads to the degree of Master of Fine Arts in Theatre. Minimum requirements for this degree are given in the General Information section of this catalog.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,872/yr

Western Illinois University4,2(34)

Macomb, United States

Theatre

The Department of Theatre and Dance offers a program of graduate study leading to the Master of Fine Arts degree at Western Illinois University in the following areas of concentration: acting, directing, and design (costume, lighting, and scenic).

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$16,285/yr

University of South Dakota4,5(2)

Vermillion, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Directing

The University of South Dakota offers a comprehensive Directing Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$12,768/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification

At the Educational Theatre, Grades K–12, Initial Certification MA program from New York University, you’ll explore concepts using drama strategies and theatre forms in the classroom and on stage as you prepare to work as a theatre artist and educator in schools.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$55,254/yr

Texas State University4,2(20)

San Marcos, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Theatre (Directing Concentration)

The Theatre (Directing Concentration) degree from Texas State University expands the skills of students, preparing them to work in regional and national theatres and to teach at the university level.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$16,380/yr

Virginia Commonwealth University4,1(14)

Richmond, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Theatre (Concentration in Pedagogy and Performance)

The Master of Fine Arts in Theatre (Concentration in Pedagogy and Performance) at Virginia Commonwealth University is individually tailored to prepare early- to mid-career theatre professionals to enter the field of teaching at the university or college level.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$31,590/yr

The Ohio State University4,5(31)

Columbus, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre

The Theatre program from The Ohio State University provides training in theatre studies. Beyond the required course in research methods, students take a wide range of courses in theatre history, criticism, theory, and dramatic literature.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$44,310/yr

Berklee College of Music4,4(10)

New York City, United States

Writing and Design for Musical Theater

The Writing and Design for Musical Theater specialization at Berklee College of Music will equip students with theory and experience in the collaborative art of musical theater. Using traditional and contemporary methods, students will conduct intensive study of storytelling.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$39,970/yr

University of Alberta4,2(136)

Edmonton, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Theatre Design

Canada’s foremost Masters in Theatre Design program at the University of Albertain production design for professional theatre designers training to Associated Designers of Canada standards of practice.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$7,732/yr

University of Central Florida3,8(50)

Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Theatre - Theatre Studies

This Theatre - Theatre Studies track at the University of Central Florida provides developing theatre scholars and artist-scholars with a broad base of knowledge and skills in theory, pedagogy, and practice with additional emphasis on dramaturgy, new play development, and the creation of original and devised works.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,988/yr

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Educational Theatre, Grades K-12, and Social Studies Education, Grades 7-12, Initial Certification

This Educational Theatre, Grades K-12, and Social Studies Education, Grades 7-12, Initial Certification MA program from New York University leads to eligibility for certification as a teacher of theatre and a teacher of social studies.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$55,254/yr

Indiana University Bloomington4,0(196)

Bloomington, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Costume Design

This Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design at Indiana University Bloomington combines diverse opportunities for realized design work and a strong curriculum as the foundation for its training.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$27,271/yr

Oklahoma City University5,0(1)

Oklahoma City, United States

Music Theater

This Music Theater degree from Oklahoma City University is intended for students who hold a Bachelor of Music in Musical Theater or Vocal Performance degree from a NASM accredited institution and have the vocal, dramatic and academic potential to succeed in the field.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,535/yr

Florida State University4,4(380)

Tallahassee, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Directing

Embark on a transformative journey into the world of directing with Florida State University's Directing MFA master program. This esteemed program offers a unique blend of artistic exploration and practical training, equipping students with the skills and vision to become visionary leaders in the field of theater.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,129/yr

Florida State University4,4(380)

Tallahassee, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Costume Design

Dive into the world of costume design with Florida State University's Costume Design MFA master program. This comprehensive program offers a blend of artistic creativity and technical proficiency, providing students with the skills needed for success in the field.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$21,129/yr