Emerson College
Boston, MA
Boston, MA
Emerson's mission is to train future leaders in arts, culture, and communication. The Department of Performing Arts' undergraduate and graduate programs encompass a core liberal arts curriculum, promote civic engagement, and demand that students create with clarity, integrity, and conviction. As a student here, you will work with active theatre professionals who have deep connections to the performing arts community in Boston and beyond.
Ranked #5 among the "Best Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools" in the country, and #2 in Massachusetts | College Factual, 2025 |
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Ranked #20 among the "Best Visual & Performing Arts Bachelor's Degree Schools" in the country, and #1 in Massachusetts | College Factual, 2025 |
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Ranked #88 among the "Best Bachelor's Degree Schools in the United States," putting it in the top 10% of schools in the country | College Factual, 2025 |
Theatre is more than a craft: it’s a way of connecting with others, of approaching challenges, and engaging the world. As a theatre artist in Emerson’s Department of Performing Arts, you will receive the necessary tools to focus your creative talents towards a fulfilling career—and life—in the theatre.