Drama & Theater Arts Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Drama & Theater Arts Grads in Illinois
There are 16,160 people in the state and 446,020 people in the nation working in Theater jobs.
Wages for Drama & Theater Arts Jobs in Illinois
In this state, Theater grads earn an average of $81,029. Nationwide, they make an average of $103,799.
Most Popular Drama & Theater Arts Programs in IL
Our data covers 11 colleges in Illinois offering Theater degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $24,908 a year. About 91% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 64%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $73,331 a year. The school admits about 7% of applicants. 97% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $47,990 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 74% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $46,159 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 89% of applicants. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,513 a year. About 44% of those who apply are admitted. 94% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $42,417 in their first year after graduation. About 94% of those who apply are admitted. 62% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $40,104 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 54% of applicants. 74% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $50,219 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 45%, getting in takes some planning. 85% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $47,662 a year. The school admits about 78% of applicants. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $39,312 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 58%, getting in takes some planning. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,902 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 70%, getting in takes some planning. 70% of full-time students return after their first year.
Drama & Theater Arts Careers in IL
Some of the careers Theater majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Choreographers | 15% | $109,380 |
| Media Programming Directors | 11% | $90,799 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | 9% | $46,983 |
| Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers | 9% | $70,619 |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | 8% | $51,873 |
| Musicians and Singers | 7% | $96,571 |
| Actors | 7% | $45,006 |
| Music Directors and Composers | 6% | $66,915 |
| Dancers | 1% | $74,180 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | -3% | $65,049 |
| Set and Exhibit Designers | -3% | $109,049 |
| Fashion Designers | -3% | $53,057 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Theater.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 38,798 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 37,770 |
| Music | 25,853 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 18,927 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 7,225 |
| Arts & Media Management | 4,430 |
| Dance | 3,274 |
| Other Visual Art | 941 |
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