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. Also, learn how C of C ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The bachelor's program at C of C was ranked #197 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #2 in South Carolina.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, College of Charleston handed out 19 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 44% over the previous year when 34 degrees were handed out.
Theater majors who earn their bachelor's degree from C of C go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $25,255 a year. This is higher than $21,886, which is the national median for all theater bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at C of C, theater students borrow a median amount of $26,943 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,000 for all theater majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at College of Charleston.
For the most recent academic year available, 32% of theater bachelor's degrees went to men and 68% went to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at C of C are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 79% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from College of Charleston with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Arts & Media Management | 70 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 50 |
| Music | 14 |
| Dance | 6 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 4 |
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