Drama & Theater Arts at University of California-Santa Cruz
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what University of California-Santa Cruz. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-Santa Cruz is located in Santa Cruz, CA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 37 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at University of California-Santa Cruz.
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Studying Online at University of California-Santa Cruz
Online coursework is an option at University of California-Santa Cruz. Of 19,938 students, 166 (1%) studied exclusively online and 5,098 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of California-Santa Cruz
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-Santa Cruz’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #20 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #22 of 74 |
| Best Value | California | #50 of 62 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #57 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #104 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #161 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of California-Santa Cruz
Those who finish University of California-Santa Cruz’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 | $20,333 |
| 2 years | $21,194 |
| 3 years | $30,335 |
| 4 years | $30,560 |
| 5 years | $36,695 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of California-Santa Cruz report median earnings of $30,560, compared with $63,618 for all University of California-Santa Cruz graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of California-Santa Cruz stands at $19,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of California-Santa Cruz, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of California-Santa Cruz are 70% women (26) and 30% men (11).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of California-Santa Cruz
Of the 34 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of California-Santa Cruz, 71% were women (24) and 29% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Santa Cruz.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 53% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of California-Santa Cruz, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of California-Santa Cruz
Among the 3 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of California-Santa Cruz, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of California-Santa Cruz.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*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 University of California-Santa Cruz
This Drama & Theater Arts program at University of California-Santa Cruz includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 37 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at University of California-Santa Cruz pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.