Here, 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. Also, learn how Oakland ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The bachelor's program at Oakland was ranked #187 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #4 in Michigan.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Oakland University handed out 23 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 23% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at Oakland is $22,672. 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 Oakland, theater students borrow a median amount of $26,678 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 Oakland University.
Of the 23 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in theater from Oakland in 2021, 43% were men and 57% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 65% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Oakland University with a bachelor's in theater.
Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
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Asian | 0 |
Black or African American | 3 |
Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
White | 15 |
Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
Other Races | 4 |
Related Major | Annual Graduates |
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Design & Applied Arts | 58 |
Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 23 |
Fine & Studio Arts | 20 |
Music | 19 |
Dance | 10 |
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