Overview
Description
Baker Duncan Theatre Scholarships are awarded to meritorious incoming First-Year students who are interested in all aspects of theatre, including performance, directing, design, theatre management, and theatre scholarship.
How to Apply
Step 1
Apply to Trinity
Applications open: August 1
Application deadline: November 1 (Early Action/Early Decision I) or February 1 (Regular Decision/Early Decision II)
Step 2
Submit Your Baker Duncan Theatre Application:
All of the following items must be submitted by the Baker Duncan Application deadline:
- Online application
- A resume that includes all theatre credits, including both performance and technical experience
- Two one-minute videos with contrasting monologues (acting applicants only).
- A portfolio of materials that supports your interest in dramatic criticism/history, design, stage management, technical production, playwriting, or directing.
Please submit Application Material (resume, monologues videos, or portfolio) to Prof. Prestigiacomo. Applicants may seek assistance from high school teachers or other theatre professionals in developing their presentations.
Applications open: September 1
Step 3
Schedule an Interview:
Email Dr. Prestigiacomo to schedule a 20-minute Zoom interview. Applicants will have the opportunity to meet with Theatre faculty/staff and ask questions about the program and scholarship. Interview spots are limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis, so it is recommended to apply by the December 7 Priority Deadline.
Zoom interviews: January 12-13 (priority), February 3 and on
Scholarship Notification: By early April
Deadline
December 7 (priority), February 7
Important Details
Selection Criteria
For more information about selection criteria, please contact the Department of Human Communication and Theatre.
Renewal Information
- Renewable annually for up to 8 semesters, not including summers
- Must become and remain a minor or major in theatre
- Must maintain a predetermined cumulative G.P.A.
- Must be enrolled full-time for each semester
How Trinity Determines Eligibility
Simple math!
Cost of Attendance - Student Aid Index = Financial Need
Contact
We encourage each applicant to contact Dr. Prestigiacomo via email for any questions regarding the application process and the Theatre Program.
Application process and admission:
Department of Human Communication and Theatre
Roberto Prestigiacomo
210-999-8585
@email
All other financial aid inquiries:
Student Financial Services
Northrup Hall, Room 340
210-999-8898
@email