Drama & Theater Arts at Coastal Carolina University
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at Coastal Carolina University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Coastal Carolina University is located in Conway, SC.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 32 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at Coastal Carolina University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Coastal Carolina University
Many students take online classes at Coastal Carolina University. Among 11,348 students, 526 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,434 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Coastal Carolina University
These rankings give you a sense of how Coastal Carolina University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #33 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #68 of 78 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #156 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #335 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Coastal Carolina University
Students who complete Coastal Carolina University’s Drama & Theater Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $17,780 |
| 2 years | $20,960 |
| 3 years | $22,648 |
| 4 years | $25,225 |
| 5 years | $30,787 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Coastal Carolina University report median earnings of $25,225, compared with $44,644 for all Coastal Carolina University graduates — about 43% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Coastal Carolina University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Coastal Carolina University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Coastal Carolina University are 66% women (21) and 34% men (11).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Coastal Carolina University
Among the 32 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Coastal Carolina University, 66% were women (21) and 34% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Coastal Carolina University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Coastal Carolina University, below 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 Coastal Carolina University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Coastal Carolina University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 32 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Coastal Carolina University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Drama & Theater Arts graduates, 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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