Drama & Theater Arts at Sam Houston State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Sam Houston State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Sam Houston State University is in Huntsville, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 47 drama & theater arts degrees were awarded at Sam Houston State University.
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Online Class Availability at Sam Houston State University
Many students take online classes at Sam Houston State University. Of 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Sam Houston State University
Rankings can help you compare Sam Houston State University’s Drama & Theater Arts program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #9 of 39 |
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #18 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #71 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #144 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Students who complete Sam Houston State 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 | $23,356 |
| 2 years | $27,947 |
| 3 years | $34,887 |
| 4 years | $36,563 |
| 5 years | $42,548 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Sam Houston State University report median earnings of $36,563, compared with $55,820 for all Sam Houston State University graduates — about 34% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Sam Houston State University is $22,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Sam Houston State University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Sam Houston State University are 64% women (30) and 36% men (17).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Of the 47 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Sam Houston State University, 64% were women (30) and 36% were men (17).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 45% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, 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 Sam Houston State University
This Drama & Theater Arts program at Sam Houston State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 31 |
| Musical Theater | 16 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Students who finish Drama & Theater Arts program at Sam Houston State University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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.
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