Musical Theater at Western Michigan University
If you are interested in studying Musical Theater, consider the program at Western Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Michigan University is in Kalamazoo, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 11 musical theater degrees were awarded at Western Michigan University.
Featured schools near , edit
Online Class Availability at Western Michigan University
Online coursework is an option at Western Michigan University. Of 16,744 students, 2,238 (13%) studied exclusively online and 7,676 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Musical Theater graduates at Western Michigan University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Musical Theater graduates at Western Michigan University are 73% women (8) and 27% men (3).
Musical Theater Bachelor’s Program at Western Michigan University
Among the 11 bachelor’s musical theater graduates at Western Michigan University, 73% were women (8) and 27% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Musical Theater bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Musical Theater bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Michigan University, higher than the national average of 31%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Musical Theater Graduates
Graduates of the Musical Theater program at Western Michigan University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Musical Theater majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Choreographers | $109,380 |
| Musicians and Singers | $96,571 |
| Media Programming Directors | $90,799 |
| Producers and Directors | $90,515 |
| Dancers | $74,180 |
| Talent Directors | $73,937 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $66,915 |
| Media Technical Directors/Managers | $65,049 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
| Actors | $45,006 |
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.
Course Advisor provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© Course Advisor – All Rights Reserved.