Drama & Theater Arts at Salem State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Salem State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Salem State University is located in Salem, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 31 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Salem State University.
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Online Class Availability at Salem State University
Online coursework is an option at Salem State University. Among 6,230 students, 836 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,702 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Salem State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Salem State University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #3 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #10 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #156 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #201 of 365 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Salem State University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Salem State University are 77% women (24) and 23% men (7).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Salem State University
Among the 31 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Salem State University, 77% were women (24) and 23% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Salem State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 26% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Salem State 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 Salem State University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Salem State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Design & Technology | 9 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 1 |
| Acting | 20 |
| Directing & Theatrical Production | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Graduates of the Drama & Theater Arts program at Salem State University pursue many career paths. Here are 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.