Drama & Theater Arts at Central Michigan University
If you plan to study Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Central Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Michigan University is located in Mount Pleasant, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 18 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Central Michigan University.
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Online Class Availability at Central Michigan University
Online coursework is an option at Central Michigan University. Of 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) studied exclusively online and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Central Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Central Michigan University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #8 of 8 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #21 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 49 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #316 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Central Michigan University
Those who finish Central Michigan 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 | $21,927 |
| 2 years | $20,824 |
| 3 years | $28,397 |
| 4 years | $31,405 |
| 5 years | $37,001 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Central Michigan University report median earnings of $31,405, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 49% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Central Michigan University comes in at $28,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Central Michigan University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Central Michigan University are 72% women (13) and 28% men (5).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Central Michigan University
Of the 18 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Central Michigan University, 72% were women (13) and 28% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Central Michigan University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
*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 Central Michigan University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Central Michigan University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 14 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 3 |
| Musical Theater | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Central Michigan University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.
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