Drama & Theater Arts at California State University-Fullerton
If you plan to study Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at California State University-Fullerton. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Fullerton is located in Fullerton, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 85 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at California State University-Fullerton.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-Fullerton
Distance learning is available at California State University-Fullerton. Among 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) studied exclusively online and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Fullerton’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #15 of 62 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #15 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #16 of 74 |
| Best Value | California | #16 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #79 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from California State University-Fullerton
Students who complete California State University-Fullerton’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 | $26,064 |
| 2 years | $24,924 |
| 3 years | $31,326 |
| 4 years | $29,593 |
| 5 years | $34,683 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from California State University-Fullerton take home a median $29,593, compared with $67,546 for all California State University-Fullerton graduates — about 56% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from California State University-Fullerton stands at $17,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at California State University-Fullerton, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at California State University-Fullerton are 67% women (57) and 33% men (28).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Of the 72 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at California State University-Fullerton, 72% were women (52) and 28% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 27 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 57% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, above the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Of the 13 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at California State University-Fullerton, 38% were women (5) and 62% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 54% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, above 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 California State University-Fullerton
This Drama & Theater Arts program at California State University-Fullerton includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 76 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 9 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at California State University-Fullerton work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying 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.