Drama & Theater Arts at Central Washington University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what Central Washington University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Washington University sits in Ellensburg, WA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 18 drama & theater arts graduations were recorded at Central Washington University.
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Online Class Availability at Central Washington University
Online coursework is an option at Central Washington University. Of 10,811 students, 2,377 (22%) studied exclusively online and 3,856 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Central Washington University
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Washington University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #3 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #48 of 74 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #54 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #146 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #214 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Central Washington University
Students who complete Central Washington University’s Drama & Theater Arts program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $22,474 |
| 2 years | $23,262 |
| 3 years | $22,295 |
| 4 years | $26,295 |
| 5 years | $32,946 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Central Washington University take home a median $26,295, compared with $54,307 for all Central Washington University graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Central Washington University stands at $24,752.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Central Washington University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Central Washington University are 56% women (10) and 44% men (8).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Central Washington University
Of the 16 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Central Washington University, 50% were women (8) and 50% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Washington University, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Central Washington University
Among the 2 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Central Washington University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Central Washington University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Central Washington University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Central Washington University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 9 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 3 |
| Acting | 1 |
| Musical Theater | 5 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at Central Washington University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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.