2024 Best Colleges with Drama and Theatre Production Degrees in the St. Louis Area

• Saint Louis, MO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 4.11 out of 5  1,562 reviews

Alum: I am thankful for my undergraduate experience at Washington University in St. Louis. The college has great connections for post-grad opportunities in multiple fields - business, medicine, research, engineering. I was easily able to switch between the Arts & Sciences program and the Business School at the end of my sophomore year. There is a huge focus on medicine, so even for other career paths there are healthcare adjacent offerings (e.g. Healthcare Management, Bio Medical Engineering, Global Health, Psychology/Neuroscience/Philosophy). The brand name and resources do carry for other non-health related professions too. The classwork can be tough so it's best you find out which paths are a good fit for you in terms of academic rigor, class size, and teaching style. Your counselors can help with this. Good size of the school - not too big to get lost, but not too small to know everyone and the campus is very very beautiful! I suggest visiting and talking to alum to learn more!... Read 1,562 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 13%

• Net price $28,298

• SAT range 1490-1570

• St. Louis, MO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  2,138 reviews

Alum: A great international experience with a lot of access to different courses that enrichened my holistic learning. Not only was I able to get involve in different activities but the environment at SLU was perfect for me to concentrate on my studies but be able to have fun at the same time. Professors are always available to help and students are incredibly open to meeting others and welcoming international students. I had the pleasure to be able to work at the international office and get to meet all students and organize activities. Not only did this help me build relationships for trained me for my current job position. I would say that every event and experience at SLU will prepare you for a successful future. Overall, amazing experience!... Read 2,138 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 70%

• Net price $30,096

• SAT range 1220-1430

• Edwardsville, IL•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  1,708 reviews

Senior: Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) is an amazing school for students all over the world. There is value, culture, quality education, and diversity. They spend a lot of time supporting, honoring, and welcoming students by providing resources for those in vulnerable populations, the LGBTQ+ community, multicultural backgrounds, and low income families. There is great food on campus, access to transportation, mental health services, and community involvement. For students with children, there is a center on campus to allow students to work and work on their education. The professors seem to be more than properly educated and passionate. They use their time on campus to help and value students. If SIUE could change anything, they should try to provide more students with opportunities to afford the daily necessities that come with college living (transportation, fees, food, etc).... Read 1,708 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 98%

• Net price $15,519

• SAT range 920-1160

• Saint Louis, MO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  1,053 reviews

Junior: Last year, making the switch from a community college to Webster University was difficult at first because of the increased academic responsibilities and a bigger campus. However, Webster's strong support network changed my experience. The facilities offered by the university, such as tutoring programs and devoted academic counselors, were crucial in easing the adjustment. A sense of belonging was promoted by the friendly community, and faculty members were easily accessible for assistance. Furthermore, Webster's focus on student participation promoted relationships with classmates. My academic and social integration grew thanks to these services, making the transition from what felt like a huge change to Webster University a smooth and fulfilling experience.... Read 1,053 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 59%

• Net price $24,884

• SAT range 1020-1250

• Saint Charles, MO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  920 reviews

Freshman: Being an international student, I was worried that I was going to be a misfit and feel so miserable in college! But the Lindenwood campus is diverse, friendly and very welcoming. From the students to the staff, you are always surrounded by love and kindness. Another thing I lobe is that the school spirit is always fostered and promoted by the various activities hosted on campus as well as the different sporting activities. There is a wide range of sporting clubs to join and you can easily find where you belong. One thing I would lobe to see changing about Lindenwood University is the food. There are only two dining halls on campus which limits the variety of food. With time, you get tired of eating the same food! Also international students do not have a lot of funds allocated to them, I hope we as a school can attract more donors so that international students can get good scholarship packages.... Read 920 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 75%

• Net price $17,654

• SAT range 860-1210

• Saint Louis, MO•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.94 out of 5  261 reviews

Sophomore: Personally, I loved the campus at Missouri Baptist University. With it being more of an enclosed campus, it makes me feel safer. The people at Missouri Baptist are always full of love and much joy. I think being on a Christian-based campus not only helps the mind, but it also helps the soul by having that constant feeling of love and connection with God. I wish that I went to Chapel more than I did this past semester because I felt that I drew away from God more than I should have. But being around people who talk about God daily and who praise him every second makes life on campus better. When it is time for me to graduate college and go to graduate school, I could not imagine going to a different university or college other than a Christian-based university or college. Missouri Baptist University has set a foundation for students and staff, along with visitors, that I think will remain. I think Missouri Baptist is perfect just the way it was made and that nothing needs to be changed.... Read 261 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 62%

• Net price $23,356

• SAT range 870-1110