Drama & Theater Arts at DePaul University
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at DePaul University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
DePaul University sits in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 109 drama & theater arts graduations were recorded at DePaul University.
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Online & Distance Learning at DePaul University
Online coursework is an option at DePaul University. Among 21,210 students, 2,424 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,056 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at DePaul University
These rankings give you a sense of how DePaul University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #8 of 15 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #13 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 49 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #44 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #127 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #296 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from DePaul University
Those who finish DePaul 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 | $24,841 |
| 2 years | $20,572 |
| 3 years | $27,533 |
| 4 years | $30,759 |
| 5 years | $35,601 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from DePaul University report median earnings of $30,759, compared with $71,700 for all DePaul University graduates — about 57% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from DePaul University is $26,348.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at DePaul University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at DePaul University are 60% women (65) and 40% men (44).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at DePaul University
Of the 90 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at DePaul University, 59% were women (53) and 41% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at DePaul University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 59 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at DePaul University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at DePaul University
Of the 19 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at DePaul University, 63% were women (12) and 37% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at DePaul University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 26% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at DePaul University, below 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 DePaul University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at DePaul University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 15 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 29 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 12 |
| Theatre Literature & History | 5 |
| Acting | 39 |
| Comedy Writing and Performance. | 9 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at DePaul University pursue many career paths. Below are 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
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