Deciphering Theatre Degrees

In this module, we’ll outline the different kinds of degree programs available and help you consider which might be the best for you.

Terminology

• BA: Bachelor of Arts, an undergraduate degree in arts and sciences.
• BFA: Bachelor of Fine Arts, an undergraduate degree in the visual, fine, or performing arts.
• BM: Bachelor of Music, an undergraduate degree specializing in music.
• Certificate Program: Usually a 1- or 2-year non-degree program dedicated to a specialized area of study.
• Conservatory: An institution for higher learning that focuses almost solely dedicated to the college student’s major, or main area of study.
• GenEd: General Education, the academic requirements outside a college student’s major.
• Liberal Arts: An institution for higher learning that balances a college student’s classes between study in their major and classes outside their program.

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