Drama & Theater Arts at Eastern Michigan University
If you plan to study Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what Eastern Michigan University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Michigan University sits in Ypsilanti, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 16 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at Eastern Michigan University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Eastern Michigan University. Of 12,631 students, 2,172 (17%) studied exclusively online and 5,524 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Eastern Michigan University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Michigan University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #193 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #292 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Eastern Michigan University
Graduates of Eastern Michigan 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 | $21,380 |
| 2 years | $21,703 |
| 3 years | $31,068 |
| 4 years | $32,486 |
| 5 years | $37,917 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Eastern Michigan University report median earnings of $32,486, compared with $54,680 for all Eastern Michigan University graduates — about 41% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Eastern Michigan University comes in at $27,492.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Eastern Michigan University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Eastern Michigan University are 56% women (9) and 44% men (7).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Michigan University
Of the 12 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Eastern Michigan University, 58% were women (7) and 42% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Michigan University, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Eastern Michigan University
Among the 4 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at Eastern Michigan University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Eastern Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
*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 Eastern Michigan University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Eastern Michigan University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 13 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at Eastern Michigan University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Drama & Theater Arts majors, 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.