Drama & Theater Arts at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what University of Nebraska-Lincoln. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is in Lincoln, NE.
During the most recent reporting year, 14 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Many students take online classes at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Among 24,393 students, 1,697 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,051 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Use these rankings to compare University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #172 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Students who complete University of Nebraska-Lincoln’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 | $22,635 |
| 2 years | $27,947 |
| 3 years | $34,886 |
| 4 years | $33,169 |
| 5 years | $42,511 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln take home a median $33,169, compared with $61,163 for all University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln is $23,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, by degree type.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln are 57% women (8) and 43% men (6).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 11 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 55% were women (6) and 45% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 3 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 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 Nebraska-Lincoln.
| 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 Nebraska-Lincoln
The Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 14 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursue many career paths. Below are 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.