Drama & Theater Arts at Pepperdine University
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at Pepperdine University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Pepperdine University is located in Malibu, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 22 drama & theater arts graduations were recorded at Pepperdine University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Pepperdine University
Distance learning is available at Pepperdine University. Among 8,976 students, 2,486 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 934 (10%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Pepperdine University
Rankings can help you compare Pepperdine University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #2 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #2 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 367 |
| Best Value | California | #56 of 62 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #68 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #353 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Pepperdine University
Graduates of Pepperdine University’s Drama & Theater Arts program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $23,856 |
| 2 years | $18,401 |
| 4 years | $41,736 |
| 5 years | $41,597 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Pepperdine University earn a median of $41,736, compared with $84,035 for all Pepperdine University graduates — about 50% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Pepperdine University comes in at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Pepperdine University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Pepperdine University are 59% women (13) and 41% men (9).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Pepperdine University
Of the 15 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Pepperdine University, 53% were women (8) and 47% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Pepperdine University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 47% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Pepperdine University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Pepperdine University
Among the 7 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at Pepperdine University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Pepperdine University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Pepperdine 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 Pepperdine University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Pepperdine University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Design & Technology | 3 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 7 |
| Acting | 3 |
| Directing & Theatrical Production | 1 |
| Other Theatre Arts & Stagecraft | 8 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at Pepperdine University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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