Drama & Theater Arts at Academy of Art University
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Academy of Art University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Academy of Art University is in San Francisco, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 37 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at Academy of Art University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Academy of Art University
Online coursework is an option at Academy of Art University. Among 5,498 students, 2,948 (54%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,943 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Academy of Art University
Rankings can help you compare Academy of Art University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #54 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #60 of 62 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #66 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #71 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #342 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #351 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Academy of Art University
Graduates of Academy of Art University’s Drama & Theater Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $18,335 |
| 2 years | $21,781 |
| 3 years | $15,609 |
| 5 years | $19,276 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Academy of Art University stands at $31,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Academy of Art University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Academy of Art University are 54% women (20) and 46% men (17).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Academy of Art University
Among the 20 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Academy of Art University, 55% were women (11) and 45% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Academy of Art University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Academy of Art University, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Academy of Art University
Among the 17 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Academy of Art University, 53% were women (9) and 47% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Academy of Art University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Academy of Art University, higher than the national average of 29%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Drama & Theater Arts Concentrations at Academy of Art University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Academy of Art University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 8 |
| Acting | 23 |
| Costume Design | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at Academy of Art University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Drama & Theater Arts graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Choreographers | $109,380 |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | $109,049 |
| Musicians and Singers | $96,571 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
| Dancers | $74,180 |
| Talent Directors | $73,937 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | $70,619 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $66,915 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | $65,049 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.