Drama & Theater Arts at Missouri State University-Springfield
If you are interested in studying Drama & Theater Arts, take a look at what Missouri State University-Springfield. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Missouri State University-Springfield is in Springfield, MO.
During the most recent reporting year, 78 drama & theater arts graduations were recorded at Missouri State University-Springfield.
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Studying Online at Missouri State University-Springfield
Online coursework is an option at Missouri State University-Springfield. Of 24,360 students, 3,698 (15%) studied exclusively online and 8,151 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Missouri State University-Springfield
Rankings can help you compare Missouri State University-Springfield’s Drama & Theater Arts program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #5 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #9 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #132 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #180 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield
Graduates of Missouri State University-Springfield’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 | $20,377 |
| 2 years | $21,508 |
| 3 years | $26,456 |
| 4 years | $33,759 |
| 5 years | $37,897 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield earn a median of $33,759, compared with $55,416 for all Missouri State University-Springfield graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Missouri State University-Springfield comes in at $25,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Missouri State University-Springfield, by degree type.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Missouri State University-Springfield are 65% women (51) and 35% men (27).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Missouri State University-Springfield
Of the 44 bachelor’s drama & theater arts graduates at Missouri State University-Springfield, 66% were women (29) and 34% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri State University-Springfield.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 16% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Missouri State University-Springfield, below the national average of 34%.*
Drama & Theater Arts Master’s Program at Missouri State University-Springfield
Of the 8 master’s drama & theater arts graduates at Missouri State University-Springfield, 50% were women (4) and 50% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Missouri State University-Springfield.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Drama & Theater Arts master’s degree recipients at Missouri State University-Springfield, lower than the national average of 29%.*
*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 Missouri State University-Springfield
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Missouri State University-Springfield includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 63 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 15 |
Best-Paid Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Missouri State University-Springfield pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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
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