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 SIUE ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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The bachelor's program at SIUE was ranked #338 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #15 in Illinois.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville handed out 13 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 7% over the previous year when 14 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at SIUE is $24,021. 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 SIUE, theater students borrow a median amount of $26,010 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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
Of the 13 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in theater from SIUE in 2021, 46% were men and 54% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 62% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 38 |
| Music | 29 |
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