Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft: certificate earnings by college

Median earnings of drama/theatre arts and stagecraft graduates (certificate) one year after graduation, at 7 colleges. National median: $21,712, rising to $31,701 after four years.

#CollegeStateEarnings after 1 yrAfter 4 yrsMedian debt
1University of Cincinnati-Main CampusOH$34,174—$15,085
2University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash CollegeOH$34,174—$15,085
3American Musical and Dramatic AcademyNY$23,923$31,701$12,000
4American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New YorkNY$21,712$30,757$17,500
5New York Film AcademyCA$20,659$28,809$9,500
6Neighborhood Playhouse School of the TheaterNY$19,231—$15,750
7Circle in the Square Theatre SchoolNY$18,760$32,905$12,000

Earnings are median annual earnings of graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education. Colleges with too few graduates are not shown.

Frequently asked questions

How much do drama/theatre arts and stagecraft graduates earn?

The median college reports $21,712 in earnings one year after a certificate in drama/theatre arts and stagecraft and $31,701 four years after. The highest is $34,174 at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus.

How much student debt do drama/theatre arts and stagecraft graduates have?

The median federal loan debt for this degree is about $15,085 at the typical college.