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. We've also included details on how Syracuse ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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Syracuse was ranked #47 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for theater majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #6 in New York.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Syracuse University handed out 58 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 13% over the previous year when 67 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at Syracuse is $21,187. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $21,886 for all theater students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Syracuse, theater students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,000 for all theater majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the theater program at Syracuse is $1,220 per month.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Syracuse University.
Of the 58 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from Syracuse in 2020-2021, 33% were men and 67% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 71% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Syracuse University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 41 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 102 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 60 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 56 |
| Arts & Media Management | 46 |
| Music | 32 |
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