<p>colourtree – there are many state schools in VA which have strong theatre programs that you may want to look at as instate options. </p>
<p>VCU is an auditioned program with both BFA and BA majors. Being in Richmond it is certainly in an urban environment.</p>
<p>George Mason is an auditioned BA program close to DC, so has more of an urban environment.</p>
<p>James Madison is an auditioned BA program in Harrisonburg, which is more of a small “city”/ college town.</p>
<p>CNU has a non-auditioned BA program in Newport News, a small city.</p>
<p>UVA, VTech, and ODU, Longwood, Radford… VA state schools with theatre programs.</p>
<p>You do not mention your academic stats. This information may help people make suggestions to narrow down your list, or suggest specific schools that meet your academic stats.</p>
<p>As you mention, your list right now is very long, with many different types of programs on the list. Some are more conservatory based, some offer conservatory style training within a liberal arts context, some are strong liberal arts programs, etc… they also vary significantly in terms of part of the country, size of school, academic admit profile, etc… The more you can share about yourself and your educational goals (keeping in mind that this is a public forum and you do not want to share personal information :)) the more people here may be able to assist you.</p>