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. We've also included details on how Northeastern ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in theater.
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Northeastern was ranked #43 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for theater majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #3 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Drama & Theater Arts Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 39 |
| Best Drama & Theater Arts Schools | 43 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Northeastern University handed out 16 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 6% over the previous year when 17 degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Northeastern paid an average of $1,938 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 | $62,000 | $62,000 |
| Fees | $1,141 | $1,141 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $18,790 | $18,790 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Of the 16 theater students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2021-2022 from Northeastern, about 6% were men and 94% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northeastern University with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Northeastern 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 Northeastern Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at Northeastern University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 77 |
| Music | 41 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 13 |
| Arts & Media Management | 11 |
| Other Visual Art | 7 |
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