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Acting in Pennsylvania

Acting Schools in Pennsylvania

Jobs for Acting Grads in Pennsylvania

In this state, there are 5,120 people employed in jobs related to an Acting degree, compared to 136,690 nationwide.

Acting Jobs Nationwide vs. PA

Wages for Acting Jobs in Pennsylvania

Acting grads earn an average of $97,550 in the state and $102,240 nationwide.

Acting Wages Nationwide vs. PA

There are 7 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer Acting degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

#1

Temple University

Philadelphia

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $45,412 a year. About 83% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 83%.

#2

Point Park University

Pittsburgh

Graduates earn a median salary of $30,901 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 98%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 71%.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,066 a year. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $5,310 a year.

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $42,776 a year. The school admits about 75% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 81%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $33,314 after earning their degree at this institution. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $4,632 a year.

#6

Lycoming College

Williamsport

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,613 a year. With an admission rate of 68%, getting in takes some planning. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.

#7

Seton Hill University

Greensburg

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $37,278 a year. With an admission rate of 76%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 80%.

Acting Careers in PA

Some of the careers Acting majors go into include:

Job Title Nationwide Job Growth Nationwide Median Salary
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary $46,983
Actors $45,006

Below are some popular majors that are similar to Acting.

Major Annual Graduates Nationwide
Art Studies 18,711
Film & Video Production 9,544
Art History 3,557
Art Education 1,860
Entertainment & Media Management 982
Commercial Photography 899
Entertainment & Media Management 432
Ceramic Arts & Ceramics 153

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