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 Fordham U ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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The bachelor's program at Fordham U was ranked #101 on College Factual's Best Schools for theater list. It is also ranked #14 in New York.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 97 |
| Best Drama & Theater Arts Schools | 101 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Fordham University handed out 32 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 3% over the previous year when 31 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of theater students who receive their bachelor's degree at Fordham U is $14,133. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $20,701 for all theater students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Fordham U was $1,020 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,335 | $60,335 |
| Fees | $1,232 | $1,232 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,088 | $1,088 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $23,075 | $23,075 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,420 | $3,420 |
Learn more about Fordham U tuition and fees.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 32 theater majors earned their bachelor's degree from Fordham U. Of these graduates, 34% were men and 66% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Fordham University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Fordham 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 Fordham U Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Fordham University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 57 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 52 |
| Dance | 25 |
| Music | 15 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.