Drama & Theater Arts at University of South Carolina-Columbia
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what University of South Carolina-Columbia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina-Columbia is located in Columbia, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 17 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Online coursework is an option at University of South Carolina-Columbia. Among 38,532 students, 3,519 (9%) studied exclusively online and 21,675 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Use these rankings to compare University of South Carolina-Columbia’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 78 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #63 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #128 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #271 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of South Carolina-Columbia
Graduates of University of South Carolina-Columbia’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 | $27,020 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia are 65% women (11) and 35% men (6).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Of the 11 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 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 South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Minority students account for 55% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia, above the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of South Carolina-Columbia
Of the 6 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at University of South Carolina-Columbia, 83% were women (5) and 17% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*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 South Carolina-Columbia
This Drama & Theater Arts program at University of South Carolina-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 17 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at University of South Carolina-Columbia go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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.