Westminster College of the Arts at Rider University offers a supportive, immersive and unique arts community that allows students to showcase and explore their talents through a variety of multidisciplinary arts programs.

Take your acting skills to the next level with a B.F.A. in Acting for Film, Television and Theatre. Students are given the necessary skills to not only become successful actors, but self-sufficient, creative entrepreneurs. Through opportunities such as student–run films, and a Semester in Los Angeles, actors gain hands–on experience in the industry.

If your interests lie behind the camera, our B.A. in Film and Television will guide you on the
path to directing and producing through hands–on learning with industry–standard film equipment
beginning your freshman year. Spend a semester in the heart of Hollywood, where you’ll work firsthand with industry professionals in esteemed internships and co–ops.

Work and collaborate with industry–renowned faculty to help you gain experience both on–screen and behind the scenes. Whether it is on stage, film or a web series, Rider students will gain the skills to become a successful and adaptive creator within the entertainment industry.

From performing in one of our mainstage productions to directing and producing short films, a
Westminster College of the Arts graduate will be ready for the competitive entertainment
industry. Learn more at Westminster College of the Arts.