At the other end of the spectrum, WSU has $600/semester “Theater Course Fee” - covers voice lessons, etc.
Also watch out for “Student Health Insurance” fee - which I believe is charged at most schools UNLESS you prove your student is covered by parent’s policy (WSU did not prompt for waiver, just charged until proven otherwise) - at WSU = $581/semester.
As someone earlier posted, be prepared for the costs of going to auditions - whether a quick day-drive, one city away, or a multi-night stay at a big unified audition/convention with “extra” workshop fees and an airplane/shuttle service ride away. If students traveling are all under 21, some sort of adult may need to be present secure a decent hotel room - sometimes prepaid before arrival. Students with low balance on card my not be able to book a room.
Aside from perhaps buying special shoes, has anyone had experience with a student needing to pay costume/participation fees to be in school shows? What about for summer theater jobs?