Drama & Theater Arts at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you plan to study Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst sits in Amherst, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 37 drama & theater arts graduations were recorded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Among 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #7 of 18 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #117 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #266 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Students who complete University of Massachusetts-Amherst’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 | $25,695 |
| 2 years | $24,421 |
| 4 years | $28,569 |
| 5 years | $41,063 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst report median earnings of $28,569, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 61% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 62% women (23) and 38% men (14).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 33 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 61% were women (20) and 39% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 4 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 25% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 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 University of Massachusetts-Amherst
The Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 37 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Drama & Theater Arts majors, 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.
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