by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. We've also included details on how CSUDH ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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The bachelor's program at CSUDH was ranked #339 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #38 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, California State University - Dominguez Hills handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 24% over the previous year when 25 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at CSUDH is $17,790. This is less than $21,886, which is the national median of all theater majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at CSUDH, theater students borrow a median amount of $13,164 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all theater bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $25,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at California State University - Dominguez Hills.
The theater program at CSUDH awarded 19 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 16% of these degrees went to men with the other 84% going to women.
The majority of the bachelor's degree graduates for this major are Hispanic or Latino. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 63% of grads fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Dominguez Hills with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 12 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 45 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 32 |
| Music | 13 |
