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 Kent State ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The bachelor's program at Kent State was ranked #88 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #3 in Ohio.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Kent State University at Kent handed out 48 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 33% over the previous year when 72 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 3 students received their master’s degree in theater from Kent State. This makes it the #108 most popular school for theater master’s degree candidates in the country.
Theater majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Kent State go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $22,889 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 Kent State, theater students borrow a median amount of $26,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,000 for all theater majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the theater program at Kent State is $352 per month.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Kent State University at Kent.
Of the 48 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from Kent State in 2020-2021, 38% were men and 63% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 79% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Kent State University at Kent with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 38 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Of the 3 theater students who graduated with a master's degree in 2020-2021 from Kent State, about 67% were men and 33% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Kent State University at Kent with a master's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 238 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 83 |
| Music | 31 |
| Crafts, Folk Art & Artisanry | 4 |
| Dance | 3 |
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