MFA in Theatre
at Penn State University, State College

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MFA in Theatre
at
Penn State University
Overview

Pennsylvania State University-University Park offers MFA in Theatre to Indian students. It is university's flagship course. The duration of the course at the university is 18 to 24 months. While choosing this university, students must pay the tuition fee and living expenses required. To pursue this course, students will have to pay annual tuition fee of USD 39,248 (INR 3,767,416). In addition, students will have to bear the living expenses, including housing, food, transportation, books and supplies, and other miscellaneous expenses. Indian students must appear for the following exams and obtain the minimum scores required: IELTS, TOEFL and Duolingo

Duration	1.5 - 2 years
Tuition & Fees	₹37.31 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time

MFA in Theatre

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Entry Requirements
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MFA in Theatre
at
Penn State University
Fees

Students interested in pursuing a MFA in Theatre from Pennsylvania State University-University Park must fulfil the associated monetary requirements that come with the course. The fee structure includes the payment of the first-year tuition fee. Students must also plan for some other costs they may incur associated with living in USA such as rent, food, medical, travel & other expenditures. The cost may vary as per the lifestyle being pursued by the students & some other fees that may be charged by Pennsylvania State University-University Park over the duration of studies. The first year tuition fee for MFA in Theatre is around USD 39,248 (INR 3,767,416). For a more detailed fee breakdown regarding the MFA in Theatre from Pennsylvania State University-University Park, refer the table given below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 37,30,562

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 95.05101 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 21ˢᵗ November 2025

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MFA in Theatre
at
Penn State University
Entry Requirements

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Applicant must have a UG preparation in theatre including 3 credits each in acting, directing, stagecraft and theatre history and 6 credits of dramatic literature

12 credits in related subject areas such as communications, oral interpretation, art, business, music, and dance
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IELTS

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MFA in Theatre
at
Penn State University
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#92	World University QS, 2027
#59	National University US News & World Report, 2026
#108	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2026

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MFA in Theatre
at
Penn State University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

Pennsylvania State University-University Park
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

50% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Multi-dimensional

Liberal

Academically oriented

Internships4

Part time work5

Post study jobs2

Quality of faculty5

Student Life5

Value for money4

Public transportation5

Safety5

Indian Food3

Permanent Immigration5

Anonymous

Master of Science in Information Science - Batch of 2025

4.3

Diverse student life.

Tips: There is definitely a cultural shift; some students do feel homesick. Personally, I made friends quite quickly and they became my family from home. The main transition would be fewer books, more online PDFs to read from. A very practical approach to studying, rather than the wrote system, and simply giving exams.

Likes (Student Life): I had 1-3 classes a day, then club meetings and a part-time job as an undergraduate tutor. I hosted bootcmaps and staff meeting academic clubs for engineering and consulting. I have also hosted social events and helped with events like Thon. There are both social and academic clubs, covering almost all hobbies and important subjects and job areas, like the book club, coffee club, Financial consultant club, engineering consultant, Physics research clubs.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): There are a lot of companies that offer sponsorship but finding a job in your field with less experience is difficult. There are multiple rejections because of visa status. Full-time offers are less but the pay is quite decent and above average for starting out.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1225

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 70150

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Science in Finance - Batch of 2028

5.0

The faculty is knowledgeable, approachable, and supportive.

Tips: Before joining college, students should know how to manage time, be independent, and stay organised. It’s important to stay open to new experiences, build good study habits, and seek help when needed. Embrace learning and personal growth. And they should inquire about food and academic standards. We can participate in various events, which help us in our growth. Student life is vibrant and engaging, filled with diverse activities, clubs, and events.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The faculty create a positive learning environment, encourage student participation, and are always ready to help with doubts. Their dedication greatly enhances the educational experience. I can also add that the faculty was able to clearly teach the topic, and they were good, so I was able to understand it very quickly, and they were also very friendly.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1025

Prepping time for classes32 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 21 Apr 2025Read more

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MFA in Theatre
at
Penn State University
Highlights

MFA in Theatre is offered by College of Arts and Architecture under Pennsylvania State University-University Park , USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 1.5-2 Years.
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