School of Drama - Graduate Studies: University of Oklahoma

Master of Fine Arts in Directing

The MFA in Directing is a terminal degree designed to prepare students for careers as artists or teacher/artists. Students direct at least three productions during their program of study and assistant direct and stage manage faculty-directed shows. This is a three-year program that can normally completed in 54-60 hours.

Master of Fine Arts in Design

The MFA in Design offers a full curriculum in scenic, costume and lighting design for the theatre as well as support courses in scenic technology. The MFA Design is terminal degree for students who wish to pursue professional careers in theatre design. It is a three-year program that requires practical design experience plus a thesis.

Master of the Arts in Drama

The MA in Drama is a scholarly degree designed to prepare students for further study in theatre history, dramatic literature and criticism, and dramaturgy at the Ph.D. level. It is a 30-hour program designed with the student's particular needs and interests in mind.

Graduate teaching and technical assistantships are available to qualified graduate students and are awarded on a competitive basis. They include stipend and tuition waivers.

For more information, contact the Graduate Liason for the School of Drama, Dr. Judith M. Pender at jmpender@ou.edu or call the main Drama office at 325-4021.

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