Drama & Theater Arts at The University of Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at The University of Alabama. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Alabama sits in Tuscaloosa, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 30 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at The University of Alabama.
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Online Class Availability at The University of Alabama
Online coursework is an option at The University of Alabama. Among 40,846 students, 6,289 (15%) studied exclusively online and 11,899 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at The University of Alabama
Use these rankings to compare The University of Alabama’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 78 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #57 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #154 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #253 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from The University of Alabama
Students who complete The University of Alabama’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 | $17,611 |
| 2 years | $37,208 |
| 3 years | $38,100 |
| 4 years | $42,467 |
| 5 years | $27,525 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from The University of Alabama take home a median $42,467, compared with $64,459 for all The University of Alabama graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from The University of Alabama comes in at $26,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at The University of Alabama, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at The University of Alabama are 70% women (21) and 30% men (9).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at The University of Alabama
Among the 15 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at The University of Alabama, 93% were women (14) and 7% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
Minority students account for 33% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at The University of Alabama
Among the 15 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at The University of Alabama, 47% were women (7) and 53% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama, lower 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 The University of Alabama
The Drama & Theater Arts program at The University of Alabama includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 30 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at The University of Alabama go on to a range of careers. 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.