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Acting in Virginia

Acting Schools in Virginia

Jobs for Acting Grads in Virginia

In this state, there are 3,760 people employed in jobs related to an Acting degree, compared to 136,690 nationwide.

Acting Jobs Nationwide vs. VA

Wages for Acting Jobs in Virginia

In this state, Acting grads earn an average of $86,560. Nationwide, they make an average of $102,240.

Acting Wages Nationwide vs. VA

Our data covers 4 colleges in Virginia offering Acting degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Shenandoah University

Winchester

Graduates earn a median salary of $47,589 in their first year after graduation. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 82%.

#2

Liberty University

Lynchburg

One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $44,414 a year. With an admission rate of 99%, getting in takes some planning. 79% of full-time students return after their first year.

#3

Regent University

Virginia Beach

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $42,499 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 41%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 66%.

Grads earn a median early-career salary of $31,937 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 96%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 69%.

Acting Careers in VA

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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