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. In addition, we cover how RIC ranks in comparison to other schools with theater programs.
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The bachelor's program at RIC was ranked #160 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #2 in Rhode Island.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Rhode Island College handed out 24 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 100% over the previous year when 12 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at RIC is $23,270. This is great news for graduates of the program, since this figure is higher than the national average of $21,886 for all theater bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at RIC, theater students borrow a median amount of $24,523 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all theater bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $25,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Rhode Island College.
The theater program at RIC awarded 24 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 25% of these degrees went to men with the other 75% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rhode Island College with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 18 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 42 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 12 |
| Dance | 10 |
| Music | 10 |
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