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 U-M ranks among other schools offering degrees in theater.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for theater majors, U-M came in at #12. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Michigan.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Michigan - Ann Arbor handed out 72 bachelor's degrees in drama & theater arts. This is an increase of 16% over the previous year when 62 degrees were handed out.
Theater majors who earn their bachelor's degree from U-M go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $24,105 a year. This is higher than $21,886, which is the national median for all theater bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at U-M, theater students borrow a median amount of $20,798 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all theater bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $25,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the theater majors at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor.
The theater program at U-M awarded 72 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 36% of these degrees went to men with the other 64% going to women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at U-M are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Michigan - Ann Arbor with a bachelor's in theater.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 48 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 8 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 199 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 154 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 87 |
| Dance | 13 |
| Other Visual Art | 13 |
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