by our College Data Analytics TeamFor its 2024 ranking, College Factual looked at 2 schools in New Jersey to determine which ones were the best for drama & theater arts students pursuing a master's degree. Combined, these schools handed out 22 master's degrees in drama & theater arts to qualified students.
What's on this page: * Our Methodology
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their master's degree from the school. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their master's degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
The metrics below are just some of the other metrics that we use to determine our rankings.
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best colleges for drama & theater arts students working on their master's degree.
The theater school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Drama & Theater Arts Master's Degree Schools in New Jersey.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in drama & theater arts.
Montclair State University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a master's degree in drama & theater arts. Located in the large suburb of Montclair, Montclair State is a public university with a very large student population.More information about a master’s in drama & theater arts from Montclair State University
Rutgers University - New Brunswick is a good choice for students interested in a master's degree in drama & theater arts. Located in the small city of New Brunswick, Rutgers New Brunswick is a public university with a fairly large student population.
Soon after graduating, theater master's recipients typically earn around $28,518 in their early careers.
More information about a master’s in drama & theater arts from Rutgers University - New Brunswick
It is difficult to beat Rowan University if you want to pursue a master's degree in drama & theater arts. Rowan is a large public university located in the large suburb of Glassboro.More information about a master’s in drama & theater arts from Rowan University
Explore all the Best Drama & Theater Arts Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 261 | 250 |
| Pennsylvania | 248 | 88 |
| Maryland | 193 | 5 |
| District of Columbia | 154 | 23 |
One of 10 majors within the Visual & Performing Arts area of study, Drama & Theater Arts has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Theater Arts | 22 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 95 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 18 |
| Dance | 7 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 7 |
| Arts & Media Management | 1 |
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