The National Theater Institute accepts applications via our Submittable platform. Applicants will be asked to create an account, which will allow access to the application and let them save their work.

The application requires the following materials:  

• Personal Information: Details such as full name, date of birth, address, etc.

• Program Selection: The program and focus you intend on pursuing.

• Personal Statement: A short one-to-two sentence explanation of how you self-identify as an artist or theater maker. 

• Headshot: A high-quality photo of your face.

• Theatrical Resume: Approximately a page in length. 

• Unofficial Transcript: Required for individuals who are currently enrolled at a college/university and those who are postgraduate students. 

• Application Essay: A 500-word statement about why you would like to attend NTI and how the program aligns with your artistic endeavors and career goals.

• Supplemental Artistic Materials / Work Samples: Two required samples of your artistic work (examples include: recorded songs or monologues, script samples, design portfolios, directorial concept breakdowns, etc.). 

• Two References: Names and email addresses (one reference will be asked to fill out an evaluation form, and the second reference may be contacted directly via email).  

• $30 Application Fee

Qualified candidates will be asked to schedule a virtual interview with the NTI Admissions Team, which will take place via Zoom.

If the $30 application fee poses a financial barrier to you, please contact ntirep@theoneill.org before you begin your application.