Drama & Theater Arts at Mary Baldwin University
If you plan to study Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at Mary Baldwin University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Mary Baldwin University sits in Staunton, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 48 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Mary Baldwin University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Mary Baldwin University
Online coursework is an option at Mary Baldwin University. Among 1,772 students, 745 (42%) studied exclusively online and 483 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Mary Baldwin University
Rankings can help you compare Mary Baldwin University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #53 of 78 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #202 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #283 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Mary Baldwin University
Those who finish Mary Baldwin 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 | $22,345 |
| 2 years | $28,960 |
| 4 years | $34,304 |
| 5 years | $42,480 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Mary Baldwin University earn a median of $34,304, compared with $38,487 for all Mary Baldwin University graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Mary Baldwin University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Mary Baldwin University are 71% women (34) and 29% men (14).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Mary Baldwin University
Among the 5 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Mary Baldwin University, 80% were women (4) and 20% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Mary Baldwin University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 60% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Mary Baldwin University, above the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Mary Baldwin University
Among the 43 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Mary Baldwin University, 70% were women (30) and 30% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Mary Baldwin University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 5% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Mary Baldwin 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 Mary Baldwin University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Mary Baldwin University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 25 |
| Other Theatre Arts & Stagecraft | 23 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Mary Baldwin University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.