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UCLA Summer Sessions: Acting & Performance Summer Institute
Overview
A three-week intensive residential or commuter program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering training in acting, performance, movement, classical acting, stage combat, and television/film casting. Students participate in daily classes, rehearsals, guest workshops, and culminate in a final performance showcase.
At a glance
Deadline
May 1171 days
Sessions
Jun3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Cost
$7,000+from $7,130
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Admission by digital audition and instructor consent; rolling decisions starting December 1
Application requirements
Essay 1
500-word essay: 'How do you plan to impact the world through your storytelling?'
Essay 2
500-word essay: 'How do you define diversity? In what ways have you created an inclusive environment?'
Letter of Recommendation
From teacher, director, or similar attesting to theatrical ability and growth areas
Resume
Description of theatrical/artistic experience
Video Audition
1–1.5 minute monologue or improvised scene with slate
International Students
Minimum TOEFL 100 (sub-scores 24+) or IELTS 7.5+; complete secondary academic record/transcript
Cost & sessions
Commuter program: $7,130 total (program fee $6,430 + application $350 + registration $350). Residential option adds $2,019 for on-campus housing (total $9,149). No financial aid available through program.
Financial aid
No financial aid available through the program; students directed to explore American Theater Wing Andrew Lloyd Webber Training Scholarship (deadline February 13, 2026).
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