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, and more. Also, learn how EIU ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The theater major at EIU is not ranked on College Factual’s Best Colleges and Universities for Drama & Theater Arts. This could be for a number of reasons, such as not having enough data on the major or school to make an accurate assessment of its quality.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Eastern Illinois University handed out 7 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 17% over the previous year when 6 degrees were handed out.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at EIU was $400 per credit hour for out-of-state students. The average for in-state students was $326 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,624 | $12,066 |
| Fees | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| Books and Supplies | $150 | $150 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,298 | $11,298 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,768 | $2,768 |
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The theater program at EIU awarded 7 bachelor's degrees in 2021-2022. About 29% of these degrees went to men with the other 71% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 57% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Eastern Illinois University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Online degrees for the EIU theater bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the EIU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Eastern Illinois University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 71 |
| Music | 40 |
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