Drama & Theater Arts at Shenandoah University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Drama & Theater Arts, you may want to check out the program at Shenandoah University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Shenandoah University is located in Winchester, VA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 44 drama & theater arts degrees were granted at Shenandoah University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Shenandoah University
Many students take online classes at Shenandoah University. Of 4,454 students, 660 (15%) studied exclusively online and 1,053 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Drama & Theater Arts Rankings at Shenandoah University
Rankings can help you compare Shenandoah University’s Drama & Theater Arts program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #9 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #48 of 78 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #70 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #247 of 367 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #308 of 365 |
Earnings for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates from Shenandoah University
Those who finish Shenandoah University’s Drama & Theater Arts program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $22,164 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $29,555 |
| 4 years | $31,336 |
| 5 years | $29,435 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Shenandoah University report median earnings of $31,336, compared with $75,461 for all Shenandoah University graduates — about 58% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Drama & Theater Arts graduates from Shenandoah University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Shenandoah University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Drama & Theater Arts graduates at Shenandoah University are 59% women (26) and 41% men (18).
Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Program at Shenandoah University
Of the 44 bachelor’s drama & theater arts degrees awarded at Shenandoah University, 59% were women (26) and 41% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Shenandoah University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 23% of Drama & Theater Arts bachelor’s degree recipients at Shenandoah University, lower than 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 Shenandoah University
The Drama & Theater Arts program at Shenandoah University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Design & Technology | 12 |
| Acting | 13 |
| Musical Theater | 19 |
Top-Paying Careers for Drama & Theater Arts Graduates
Those who complete Drama & Theater Arts program at Shenandoah University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
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