Drama & Theater Arts at West Virginia University
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at West Virginia University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
West Virginia University is located in Morgantown, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 40 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at West Virginia University.
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Studying Online at West Virginia University
Distance learning is available at West Virginia University. Among 23,643 students, 2,958 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,975 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at West Virginia University
Use these rankings to compare West Virginia University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #25 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #47 of 78 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #119 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #235 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from West Virginia University
Students who complete West Virginia University’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 | $19,345 |
| 2 years | $19,455 |
| 3 years | $19,656 |
| 4 years | $18,118 |
| 5 years | $25,285 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from West Virginia University report median earnings of $18,118, compared with $61,939 for all West Virginia University graduates — about 71% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from West Virginia University stands at $19,687.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at West Virginia University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at West Virginia University are 62% women (25) and 38% men (15).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at West Virginia University
Of the 29 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 66% were women (19) and 34% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at West Virginia University
Of the 11 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at West Virginia University, 55% were women (6) and 45% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
*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 West Virginia University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at West Virginia University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 40 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at West Virginia University pursue many career paths. Here 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.