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. We've also included details on how FAU ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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The bachelor's program at FAU was ranked #250 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #11 in Florida.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Florida Atlantic University handed out 20 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 25% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 11 students received their master’s degree in theater from FAU. This makes it the #51 most popular school for theater master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at FAU is $18,452. This is less than $20,701, which is the national median of all theater majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at FAU paid an average of $722 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $203 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,522 | $14,374 |
| Fees | $2,357 | $2,950 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,256 | $1,256 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,536 | $12,536 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $6,174 | $6,174 |
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Of the 20 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Drama & Theater Arts from FAU in 2021-2022, 35% were men and 65% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at FAU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 55% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the FAU 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 FAU Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Florida Atlantic University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 91 |
| Arts & Media Management | 22 |
| Music | 20 |
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