Drama & Theater Arts at Illinois Wesleyan University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, consider the program at Illinois Wesleyan University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Illinois Wesleyan University sits in Bloomington, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 31 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Illinois Wesleyan University.
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Studying Online at Illinois Wesleyan University
Many students take online classes at Illinois Wesleyan University. Among 1,582 students, 0 (0%) studied exclusively online and 48 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Illinois Wesleyan University
Rankings can help you compare Illinois Wesleyan University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #13 of 15 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #14 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 49 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #45 of 49 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #248 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #300 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Illinois Wesleyan University
Students who complete Illinois Wesleyan 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 | $18,075 |
| 2 years | $20,140 |
| 3 years | $30,321 |
| 4 years | $29,164 |
| 5 years | $30,435 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Illinois Wesleyan University take home a median $29,164, compared with $58,689 for all Illinois Wesleyan University graduates — about 50% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Illinois Wesleyan University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Illinois Wesleyan University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Illinois Wesleyan University are 45% women (14) and 55% men (17).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Illinois Wesleyan University
Among the 31 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Illinois Wesleyan University, 45% were women (14) and 55% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Illinois Wesleyan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 19% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Illinois Wesleyan 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 Illinois Wesleyan University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Illinois Wesleyan University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 1 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 2 |
| Acting | 14 |
| Musical Theater | 14 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at Illinois Wesleyan 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
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