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, and more. We've also included details on how Northeastern ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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The bachelor's program at Northeastern was ranked #119 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #7 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Northeastern University handed out 17 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 467% over the previous year when 3 degrees were handed out.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Northeastern University.
Of the 17 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from Northeastern in 2020-2021, 18% were men and 82% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Northeastern are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 59% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northeastern University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 4 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 75 |
| Music | 36 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 7 |
| Other Visual Art | 7 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 6 |
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