Drama & Theater Arts at Western Illinois University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at Western Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Illinois University is in Macomb, IL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 15 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Western Illinois University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Western Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Western Illinois University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #1 of 49 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #5 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #60 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #60 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Western Illinois University
Students who complete Western Illinois 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 | $17,096 |
| 2 years | $15,922 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Western Illinois University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Western Illinois University are 60% women (9) and 40% men (6).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Western Illinois University
Among the 2 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 50% were women (1) and 50% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 50% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, above the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Western Illinois University
Among the 13 master’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 62% were women (8) and 38% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 31% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University, higher than 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 Western Illinois University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Western Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 15 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Western Illinois University work across a variety of fields. 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.