Drama & Theater Arts at University of Southern California
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at University of Southern California. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Southern California is in Los Angeles, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 245 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at University of Southern California.
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Online Class Availability at University of Southern California
Many students take online classes at University of Southern California. Among 46,566 students, 6,077 (13%) studied exclusively online and 9,437 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at University of Southern California
Use these rankings to compare University of Southern California’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #7 of 62 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #8 of 74 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #32 of 367 |
| Best Value | California | #52 of 62 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #63 of 74 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #313 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from University of Southern California
Those who finish University of Southern California’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 | $26,445 |
| 2 years | $23,813 |
| 3 years | $28,687 |
| 4 years | $28,340 |
| 5 years | $37,508 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Southern California earn a median of $28,340, compared with $101,273 for all University of Southern California graduates — about 72% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from University of Southern California stands at $12,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Southern California, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at University of Southern California are 64% women (157) and 36% men (88).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at University of Southern California
Among the 208 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of Southern California, 65% were women (135) and 35% were men (73).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern California.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 128 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 31 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 21 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 14 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Southern California, above the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at University of Southern California
Among the 37 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at University of Southern California, 59% were women (22) and 41% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Southern California.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 46% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at University of Southern California, above 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 Southern California
This Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Southern California offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 69 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 14 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 61 |
| Acting | 87 |
| Musical Theater | 10 |
| Other Theatre Arts & Stagecraft | 4 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at University of Southern California pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
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