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 UMass Amherst ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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UMass Amherst was ranked #62 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 #5 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Massachusetts Amherst handed out 16 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is a decrease of 43% over the previous year when 28 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 7 students received their master’s degree in theater from UMass Amherst. This makes it the #73 most popular school for theater master’s degree candidates in the country.
Theater majors who earn their bachelor's degree from UMass Amherst go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $25,695 a year. This is higher than $21,886, which is the national median for all theater bachelor's degree recipients.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at University of Massachusetts Amherst.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 16 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in theater from UMass Amherst. About 38% were men and 63% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at UMass Amherst are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 75% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 7 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in theater from UMass Amherst. About 29% were men and 71% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts Amherst with a master's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 65 |
| Music | 55 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 28 |
| Dance | 16 |
| Arts & Media Management | 4 |
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