Theater Schools in Massachusetts
261 Theater students earned their degrees in the state in 2022-2023.
As a degree choice, Theater is the 86th most popular major in the state.
Education Levels of Theater Majors in Massachusetts
Theater majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 248 |
| Associate Degree | 7 |
| Master’s Degree | 3 |
| Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) | 3 |
| Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) | 3 |
| Doctor’s Degree (Other) | 3 |
Gender Distribution
In Massachusetts, a theater major is more popular with women than with men.
Racial Distribution
The racial distribution of theater majors in Massachusetts is as follows:
- Asian: 3.1%
- Black or African American: 7.3%
- Hispanic or Latino: 11.1%
- White: 62.1%
- Non-Resident Alien: 5.0%
- Other Races: 11.5%
Jobs for Theater Grads in Massachusetts
In this state, there are 10,230 people employed in jobs related to a theater degree, compared to 274,110 nationwide.
Wages for Theater Jobs in Massachusetts
In this state, theater grads earn an average of $70,480. Nationwide, they make an average of $82,560.
Most Popular Theater Programs in MA
There are 10 colleges in Massachusetts that offer theater degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:
The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1. The average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at Emerson. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $49,466.
Request InformationThe average student takes 4.05 years to complete their degree at Dean College. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This private school has an average net price of $30,992.
Request InformationThe average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at UMass Amherst. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 79% are considered full time.
Request InformationThe average student takes 4.06 years to complete their degree at Boston U. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.
Request InformationThe average student takes 4.35 years to complete their degree at Salem State. 99% of the teachers are full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,359.
Request InformationThis private institution charges an average net price of $28,521. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it.
Request InformationOf all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. 53% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.
Request Information68% of the teachers are full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,439. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 68% of students receive it.
Request InformationMost students complete their degree in 4.03 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $39,310.
Request InformationStudents enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 10 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $35,123. 63% of the teachers are full time.
Request InformationTheater Careers in MA
Some of the careers theater majors go into include:
| Job Title | MA Job Growth | MA Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Producers and Directors | 11% | $61,810 |
Related Majors in Massachusetts
Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to theater.
| Major | Annual Graduates in MA |
|---|---|
| Musical Theater | 75 |
| Theater Design & Technology | 50 |
| Acting | 42 |
| Other Theatre Arts & Stagecraft | 33 |
| Playwriting & Screenwriting | 30 |
| Directing & Theatrical Production | 14 |
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References
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- National Center for Education Statistics
- O*NET Online
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