by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Missouri State ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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The bachelor's program at Missouri State was ranked #141 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #5 in Missouri.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Missouri State University - Springfield handed out 41 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 24% over the previous year when 33 degrees were handed out.
Theater majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Missouri State go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $20,377 a year. 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 Missouri State, theater students borrow a median amount of $25,250 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 Missouri State University - Springfield.
The theater program at Missouri State awarded 41 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 41% of these degrees went to men with the other 59% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 90% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Missouri State University - Springfield with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 37 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 58 |
| Music | 47 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 32 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 25 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 12 |
