Drama & Theater Arts at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Nevada-Las Vegas sits in Las Vegas, NV.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 69 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
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Studying Online at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Many students take online classes at University of Nevada-Las Vegas. Of 32,911 students, 3,840 (12%) studied exclusively online and 16,321 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Use these rankings to compare University of Nevada-Las Vegas’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nevada | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #31 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #34 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #56 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #160 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Graduates of University of Nevada-Las Vegas’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 | $29,759 |
| 2 years | $32,087 |
| 3 years | $33,231 |
| 5 years | $38,242 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Nevada-Las Vegas comes in at $19,657.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Nevada-Las Vegas are 65% women (45) and 35% men (24).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Among the 62 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 66% were women (41) and 34% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 17 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 60% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Of the 7 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 29% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Nevada-Las Vegas, below 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 Nevada-Las Vegas
The Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 45 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 24 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Nevada-Las Vegas pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.