Arielle Tepper '94
The Tepper Semester is named for its founder, Tony Award-winning theater and film producer Arielle Tepper ’94, a Syracuse University drama alumna who also established the department’s Tepper Center for Careers in Theater. The program welcomes qualified applicants from other schools, colleges and universities.
Application Deadlines
The application deadlines for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 have passed. We will announce deadlines for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 when available. View admissions and financial information.
The Tepper Advantage
- Live and study in the heart of the New York professional theater scene. You will take classes at Syracuse University’s Fisher Center, with musical theater dance classes held at Broadway Dance Center. Attend up to 30 productions on and off Broadway that expose you to numerous genres of theater. Learn about the artistic process from industry professionals who attend your classes on a weekly basis for workshops and discussion.
- Learn from the best. The Tepper Semester features a faculty of prominent industry professionals. Take advantage of unprecedented opportunities to develop valuable relationships with exceptional artists in the industry. As an immersion experience, this professional preparatory semester creates the base of a national arts network for emerging artists.
- Build a critical understanding of the profession through daily artistic training. In addition to core classes, your curriculum is rounded out with numerous master classes with industry professionals, including master teachers, actors, casting directors, agents, composers, writers, designers, stage managers and production staff members.
- Receive one-on-one attention. Our supportive, nurturing environment helps build confidence and focus.
