Drama & Theater Arts at Minnesota State University-Mankato
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Minnesota State University-Mankato. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Minnesota State University-Mankato sits in Mankato, MN.
During the most recent reporting year, 20 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
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Studying Online at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Many students take online classes at Minnesota State University-Mankato. Of 15,271 students, 2,748 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,992 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Rankings can help you compare Minnesota State University-Mankato’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #14 of 18 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #216 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato
Those who finish Minnesota State University-Mankato’s Drama & Theater Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $16,470 |
| 2 years | $21,052 |
| 3 years | $27,542 |
| 4 years | $18,318 |
| 5 years | $27,720 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato take home a median $18,318, compared with $60,580 for all Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates — about 70% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Minnesota State University-Mankato is $24,853.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato are 75% women (15) and 25% men (5).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Of the 18 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 78% were women (14) and 22% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Among the 2 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at Minnesota State University-Mankato, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Minnesota State University-Mankato, above 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 Minnesota State University-Mankato
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Minnesota State University-Mankato offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at Minnesota State University-Mankato work across a variety of fields. 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.