Drama & Theater Arts at Metropolitan State University of Denver
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what Metropolitan State University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is in Denver, CO.
During the most recent reporting year, 15 drama & theater arts graduations were recorded at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
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Studying Online at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Distance learning is available at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Among 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) studied exclusively online and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
These rankings give you a sense of how Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #164 of 365 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #333 of 367 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Graduates of Metropolitan State University of Denver’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 | $23,269 |
| 2 years | $30,771 |
| 3 years | $32,663 |
| 4 years | $34,498 |
| 5 years | $34,879 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver take home a median $34,498, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver comes in at $28,281.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver are 67% women (10) and 33% men (5).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Of the 15 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Metropolitan State University of Denver, 67% were women (10) and 33% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 53% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Metropolitan State University of Denver, above 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 Metropolitan State University of Denver
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Metropolitan State University of Denver offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 15 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Metropolitan State University of Denver pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.