Master of Arts degree in Theatre with a major in Theatre Studies consists of a minimum of 31 credit hours that includes a Culminating Experience (Comprehensive Examination, Portfolio, or Thesis). During the fall and spring semesters all courses are offered in a two-year (2) rotation. The first year is referred to as Schedule 1 and the second year as Schedule 2. All incoming MA students must take and pass the General Knowledge Entrance Examination within their first two (2) semesters (see letter F). This degree is ideal for that student who needs to take a course of study during the summer with on-line/distance flexibility.