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 DeSales ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The bachelor's program at DeSales was ranked #209 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #11 in Pennsylvania.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 202 |
| Best Drama & Theater Arts Schools | 209 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, DeSales University handed out 32 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 23% over the previous year when 26 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at DeSales is $17,377. This is less than $20,701, which is the national median of all theater majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the theater program at DeSales is $751 per month.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at DeSales paid an average of $1,795 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $43,000 | $43,000 |
| Fees | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,711 | $1,711 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $13,800 | $13,800 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $4,605 | $4,605 |
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Of the 32 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in theater from DeSales in 2022, 34% were men and 66% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 88% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from DeSales University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
DeSales 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 DeSales Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at DeSales University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 12 |
| Dance | 11 |