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. Also, learn how U of U ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The bachelor's program at U of U was ranked #72 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #1 in Utah.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Utah handed out 40 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 18% over the previous year when 34 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at U of U is $24,796. 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 U of U, theater students borrow a median amount of $20,316 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 University of Utah.
Of the 40 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from U of U in 2020-2021, 25% were men and 75% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at U of U are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 90% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Utah with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 36 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 126 |
| Music | 94 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 77 |
| Dance | 53 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 28 |
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