Drama & Theater Arts at Texas State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what Texas State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas State University is located in San Marcos, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 150 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at Texas State University.
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Studying Online at Texas State University
Online coursework is an option at Texas State University. Of 40,674 students, 2,395 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,927 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Texas State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Texas State University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #7 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #11 of 39 |
| Best Value | Texas | #12 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #22 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #152 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Texas State University
Those who finish Texas State University’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 | $28,428 |
| 2 years | $24,035 |
| 3 years | $29,054 |
| 4 years | $34,279 |
| 5 years | $40,459 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Texas State University earn a median of $34,279, compared with $55,350 for all Texas State University graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Texas State University stands at $21,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Texas State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Texas State University are 64% women (96) and 36% men (54).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Texas State University
Among the 147 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Texas State University, 63% were women (93) and 37% were men (54).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 72 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 51 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 48% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas State University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Texas State University
Of the 3 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Texas State University, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Texas State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Texas State University, higher than 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 Texas State University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Texas State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 135 |
| Musical Theater | 15 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at Texas State University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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