Theatre Scholarships
Offered by Willamette University
- Award
- $12,000
- Deadline
- Renewable
- Yes
Conditions worth reading twice
Passionate, dedicated students who will participate in every element of theatrical production
Essay prompt
Recorded from the provider's application. Read the prompt before you write anything — most rejected essays answer a different question.
- What do you think 21st Century theatre will look like in the next 20 years and what do you hope your role will be in creating that new theatre?
Keeping it after year one
Renewal is based on annual evaluation by faculty. Recipients must declare a major in theatre or musical theatre, enroll in at least one theatre class per semester, fully participate in every production in a given year including production, department meetings, strikes, and rehearsal/crew commitments. Work three hours a week. Enroll in Acting I and Voice for the Stage in first year. Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
How to apply
Applications are handled by the provider, not by ScholarDuck. Check the deadline on their page before you start — deadlines move, and ours is only as fresh as our last check.
Common questions
When is the Theatre Scholarships deadline?
January 18, 2027 (priority deadline). That is the date ScholarDuck recorded from Willamette University's own page. That is a priority date rather than a final cutoff; providers often keep accepting applications after one, so check Willamette University's page.
How much is the Theatre Scholarships worth?
Up to $12,000. This is the figure listed on the page ScholarDuck checked, not an estimate of what any one applicant receives.
Does the Theatre Scholarships application require an essay?
ScholarDuck recorded 1 essay prompt on Willamette University's application. It reads: What do you think 21st Century theatre will look like in the next 20 years and what do you hope your role will be in creating that new theatre?. That is what we captured rather than their full instructions, so confirm on their page — and read the prompt itself before you write anything, because most rejected essays answer a different question.
Is the Theatre Scholarships renewable?
Yes. Renewal is based on annual evaluation by faculty. Recipients must declare a major in theatre or musical theatre, enroll in at least one theatre class per semester, fully participate in every production in a given year including production, department meetings, strikes, and rehearsal/crew commitments. Work three hours a week. Enroll in Acting I and Voice for the Stage in first year. Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Renewal conditions are set by Willamette University and can change — check their page for the current terms.
How do I apply for the Theatre Scholarships?
Through Willamette University. ScholarDuck does not accept or forward applications. This page links to the Willamette University page ScholarDuck checked, which is where their instructions live; open it, confirm the deadline and requirements there, and apply directly with them.
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