Pennsylvania Western University
California, Clarion, and Edinboro, PA · Theatre
ActionProgram closing to new students
Effective / action date2026-08-24
ProgramTheatre
Reported impact188 students were enrolled across the nine affected majors in spring 2026
Major entering teach-out and closing to new students
PennWest will phase out the Theatre bachelor's major beginning in fall 2026. Students already enrolled may complete their degrees.
Published reporting based on the university announcementPennWest announcement reported by exploreJeffersonPA
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