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, including:
- A resume that includes all theatre credits, including both performance and technical experience
- Documentation of your theatrical work in one or both of these categories:
- Design/dramaturgy applicants: A portfolio of materials that showcases your experience and interest in scenic, costume, or lighting design and/or dramaturgy
- Acting applicants: Two one-minute videos with contrasting monologues (acting applicants only) submitted via email to @email
Applications open: September 1
Step 3
Schedule an Interview:
After submitting an application, applicants will receive an email from Dr. Prestigiacomo with a link to schedule a 20-minute Zoom interview. During the 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 available on a first-come, first-served basis, so applicants are encouraged to apply by the December 7 Priority Deadline.
Zoom interviews: January 11-12 (priority), early February 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