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Scenic Technology

College of Fine & Applied Arts

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What is Scenic Technology?

Scenic Technology is a concentration within Theatre. Our program provides both classroom and practical instruction that will prepare you for any type of production. Students gain hands-on experience in theatre, musical theatre, opera, and dance performances. As a student, you can work as deck chief, a member of the stage run crew, or a head fly person. You can even be a master carpenter or assistant technical director. Students must submit a portfolio before being accepted into this major.

Career Options

  • Event production
  • Shop supervision
  • Stage production
  • Technical direction
  • Theatrical technology
  • Touring

Post-Graduation Success1

88% employed or continuing education

53% employed after graduation

35% attending graduate school

$37,778 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Baltimore Center Stage (2), Cru (1), Everyday Humans (1) View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, New York University, Bristol Old Vic Theatre School View All

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

  • Strong talent review (audition or portfolio)

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention2

4.1 years to degree

96% first-year retention rate

70% four-year graduation rate

80% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs3

Illinois Resident

  • Tuition: $14,620
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $18,884
  • Total: $38,558

Non-Resident

  • Tuition: $34,972
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses:$19,224
  • Total: $59,250

International

  • Tuition: $35,966
  • Fees: $5,054
  • Expenses: $19,224
  • Total: $60,244
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