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. Also, learn how Boston U ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for theater majors, Boston U came in at #5. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Massachusetts.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Boston University handed out 59 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 13% over the previous year when 68 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 17 students received their master’s degree in theater from Boston U. This makes it the #28 most popular school for theater master’s degree candidates in the country.
Theater majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Boston U go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $21,508 a year. This is higher than $20,701, which is the national median for all theater bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Boston U paid an average of $1,994 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $63,798 | $63,798 |
| Fees | $1,370 | $1,370 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $18,110 | $18,110 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,085 | $2,085 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 27% of theater bachelor's degrees went to men and 73% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 59% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Boston University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 35 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 10 |
Boston U does not offer an online option for its theater bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Boston U Online Learning page.
Of the 15 students who earned a master's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from Boston U in 2021-2022, 53% were men and 47% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 67% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Boston University with a master's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Boston University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 126 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 72 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 42 |
| Arts & Media Management | 33 |
| Other Visual Art | 12 |
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