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Program Description | General Information | Curriculum
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Program Description:
The MA in Theatre Education is an academically rigorous program examining the philosophical, theoretical and practical implications in the field of theatre education. In this program, students will reflect on the bigger challenges that constantly face theatre educators in the classroom, and more broadly, in the country. Students should expect to reflect, assess, and re-evaluate their own practice and theoretical understandings of the field.
Schedule:
This focused program consists of three 3 credit on-line courses spread out over two academic years, two three-week summer institutes for 18 credits (9 each year), one 3 credit 500 level or above transferable theatre course, and 6 credits of thesis advisement for a total of 36 credits. The program begins in the fall of each academic year. While on campus in the summer, students will attend classes, and view or work on productions, Monday through Saturday for a total of 45 hours per week. The summer classes will be held during the last three weeks in July.
Applicants
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and a strong desire to obtain a Master of Arts degree in Theatre Education. A teaching certificate is recommended yet not required. If a candidate does not have a teaching certificate and would like to work toward certification as well, please visit the following website: http://www.unco.edu/cebs/teachered/spb.html. A minimum of nine and a maximum of twelve students will be admitted each year. The goal is that each class will reflect a mix of diverse backgrounds, experience and interests. Applicants must meet the University of Northern Colorado’s graduate admission requirements and apply by April 1. They must also submit an essay stating their goals for the program and discuss why graduate school is an appropriate choice in their careers at this time, a resume, and three letters of recommendation. Selection for the program will be made by the end of April. The GRE is not required. NOTE: Five states have been identified for which UNC will not be able to serve students via our primarily online programs at this time: Arkansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Minnesota, and Tennessee. For more information visit: http://www.unconline.edu/fut ure/about/state_elig.shtml
Cost:
The cost of the program is calculated each year based on increases in operation costs. For Fall 2011-Summer 2012, the cost will be $435.00 per credit hour. Arrangements can be made for a monthly payment plan, but there is a service/interest charge. Students may also pay by credit card and/or make their monthly payments to the credit card. Financial aid is also available through the UNC Financial Aid Office. More information is also available on the Graduate School website: http://www.unco.edu/grad/incoming/index.html
Housing:
On campus housing is available at UNC in Hansen-Willis Hall just two blocks from Frasier Hall. Hansen-Willis is an air-conditioned residence hall, in which each unit consists of two bedrooms, bathroom and living areas. Each unit houses up to four persons per apartment. Requests for one person per bedroom will be honored on a space available basis. All reservations must be paid for on or before arrival.The MA Theatre Education program advisor will contact you regarding housing opportunities during your first year in the program
A word about residence halls: UNC residence halls are good student housing, not hotels. There is no maid service, there are shared facilities, BUT it is very convenient. If you have misgivings about residence halls, please consider the hotel option.
Looking for Housing Off Campus?
Please visit the Greeley Convention and Visitors Bureau web site for more information on hotel options (Accommodations). We do not provide transportation to and from hotels. For those who have the perfect house on wheels and travel to Greeley in a motor home, there are campgrounds close to the University as well. Beginning June 26, the City of Greeley is very busy as we host the annual Greeley Stampede - the "World's Largest 4th of July Rodeo and Western Celebration!" If you are interested in getting a hotel room, please do so right away.
Location:
On campus classes will be located at Frasier Hall and Crabbe Hall on the University of Northern Colorado Campus. http://www.unco.edu/uncmap/
Productions:
As part of the on campus program, students will attend theatre productions on campus at the Little Theatre of the Rockies, and selected theatre productions in Denver and/or Boulder.
Prepare:
Prior to the on campus summer sessions, students will be sent a list of textbooks, plays, and resources. They may also be given assignments that will need to be completed in advance of their arrival on campus. Before beginning the program, students should consider a play for their thesis project.
Prospective Student Info:
http://www.unco.edu/extendedstudies/extended/prospective/Pros-programs.html
http://www.greeleygov.com
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