Theatre Talent Scholarships at Whittier College 2025

Application Process:

• Audition (Actors Only): Applicants are asked to perform one monologue, 2 to 2.5 minutes in length, from a theatrical play of their choice. Film monologues are not accepted. It is recommended that applicants avoid extreme characterizations so that their essence may be conveyed. Simple hand props are encouraged; however, costumes and elaborate props are not appropriate.
• Headshot (Actors Only): in JPG format.
• Theatre Instructor Recommendation: Ask a theatre teacher, director, or private theatre instructor to agree to submit the online Talent Scholarship Instructor Recommendation. The Instructor Recommendation is due on the same date as your Talent Scholarship Application, so you must start this process early to provide your instructor with sufficient lead time.
• Tech Portfolio (Tech Only): Select 10-20 pieces that you feel best represent the work you've done in theatre production. Your portfolio can include design samples of costumes, scenery, lighting, or audio files if interested in sound design. All submissions must be submitted through Google Drive.

If awarded, the applicant must: 

• Enroll as a full-time student (12-17 units per semester).
• Participate in at least two Theatre Arts Department main season productions as an actor or a technician each academic year.
• Complete at least three credits (one class) in theatre per year.
• Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.

Application Deadline: June 1, 2024