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, and more. We've also included details on how USD ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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The bachelor's program at USD was ranked #194 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #1 in South Dakota.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of South Dakota handed out 10 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 23% over the previous year when 13 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 2 students received their master’s degree in theater from USD. This makes it the #126 most popular school for theater master’s degree candidates in the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at University of South Dakota.
Of the 10 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from USD in 2020-2021, 20% were men and 80% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 80% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 2 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in theater from USD. About 50% were men and 50% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at USD are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 100% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of South Dakota with a master's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 24 |
| Music | 15 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 3 |
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