Drama & Theater Arts at Wayne State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Wayne State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wayne State University sits in Detroit, MI.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 28 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Wayne State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wayne State University
Distance learning is available at Wayne State University. Among 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) studied exclusively online and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Wayne State University
Use these rankings to compare Wayne State University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #28 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #151 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #240 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Wayne State University
Those who finish Wayne State University’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 | $21,534 |
| 2 years | $27,246 |
| 3 years | $27,181 |
| 4 years | $32,787 |
| 5 years | $33,158 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Wayne State University earn a median of $32,787, compared with $68,128 for all Wayne State University graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Wayne State University comes in at $24,847.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Wayne State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Wayne State University are 54% women (15) and 46% men (13).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Wayne State University
Of the 24 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Wayne State University, 54% were women (13) and 46% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Wayne State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 25% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Wayne State University, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Wayne State University
Of the 4 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Wayne State University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Wayne State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Wayne State University, 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 Wayne State University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Wayne State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 28 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at Wayne State University pursue many career paths. Below are 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.