by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how West Virginia University ranks among other schools offering degrees in drama & theater arts.
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West Virginia University is a solid choice among schools offering drama & theater arts. More specifically it was ranked #189 out of 299 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in West Virginia.
During the most recent reporting year, West Virginia University awarded 29 bachelor’s degrees in drama & theater arts.
Drama & Theater Arts students who finish a bachelor’s at West Virginia University report a median salary of $18,118 a year. This is lower than $61,939, the median for all majors at West Virginia University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at West Virginia University, drama & theater arts graduates take on a median debt of $19,687 in student loans. This is lower than $23,844, the typical median for all majors at West Virginia University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,976 | $28,608 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 34% of drama & theater arts bachelor’s degrees went to men and 66% went to women.
The largest share of drama & theater arts bachelor’s degree graduates at West Virginia University were White. Approximately 79% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a bachelor’s in drama & theater arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 23 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
For the most recent academic year available, 45% of drama & theater arts master’s degrees went to men and 55% went to women.
The majority of drama & theater arts master’s degree graduates at West Virginia University were White. About 100% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a master’s in drama & theater arts.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Here are the demographics of the drama & theater arts majors at West Virginia University.
This drama & theater arts program at West Virginia University includes the following concentrations:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 40 |
West Virginia University granted 40 completions in drama and dramatics/theatre arts, general recently — 62% to women and 38% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (85%).