Drama & Theater Arts at Illinois State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at Illinois State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Illinois State University is located in Normal, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 70 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at Illinois State University.
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Online Class Availability at Illinois State University
Distance learning is available at Illinois State University. Of 21,546 students, 1,302 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,853 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Illinois State University
Use these rankings to compare Illinois State University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #7 of 49 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #25 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #199 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Illinois State University
Graduates of Illinois State 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 | $23,472 |
| 2 years | $24,955 |
| 3 years | $30,469 |
| 4 years | $32,135 |
| 5 years | $39,893 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Illinois State University take home a median $32,135, compared with $58,604 for all Illinois State University graduates — about 45% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Illinois State University comes in at $24,246.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Illinois State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Illinois State University are 66% women (46) and 34% men (24).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Illinois State University
Of the 62 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Illinois State University, 68% were women (42) and 32% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Illinois State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 46 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Minority students account for 26% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Illinois State University, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Illinois State University
Of the 8 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Illinois State University, 50% were women (4) and 50% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Illinois State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 Illinois State University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Illinois State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 70 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Illinois State University work across a variety of fields. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.