Theater Arts at American University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at American University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American University is located in Washington, DC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 7 theater arts graduations were recorded at American University.
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Online & Distance Learning at American University
Many students take online classes at American University. Of 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Theater Arts graduates at American University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Theater Arts graduates at American University are 71% women (5) and 29% men (2).
Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at American University
Of the 7 bachelor’s theater arts degrees awarded at American University, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at American University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 57% of Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at American University, above the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Theater Arts program at American University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Theater Arts majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
| Talent Directors | $73,937 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | $65,049 |
| Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other | $51,873 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
| Actors | $45,006 |
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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