Drama and Theatre Arts Degree

The drama and theatre arts field of study is focused on performance and performers involved in the process. The term drama comes from the Greek word meaning “action”. Today, a drama performed in a theatre by actors upon a stage before a live audience includes an active mode of production often including music and dance. Get more details below including other Minnesota colleges that offer drama and theatre arts degrees.

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Bethel University (blc)

700 Luther Dr, Mankato, MN

Bethel University, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Saint Paul, MN, the school resides in a suburban setting for students to study in. The Baptist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Over 4,200 students enroll at Bethel University yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Bethel University offers:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Communications And Journalism
• Psychology
• Education

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1020 to 1305 on the SAT, or 22 to 28 for the ACT is common among admitted students. An estimated 80% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 36% of those accepted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found here.

Tuition is approximately $32,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $5,400. Some students at Bethel University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Bethel University through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs offered include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to learn more about Bethel University may take a look at their website at http://www.bethel.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Actors

Description

Play parts in stage, television, radio, video, motion picture productions, or other settings for entertainment, information, or instruction. Interpret serious or comic role by speech, gesture, and body movement to entertain or inform audience. May dance and sing.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, actors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.6% from 2014 to 2024

Producers

Description

Plan and coordinate various aspects of radio, television, stage, or motion picture production, such as selecting script, coordinating writing, directing and editing, and arranging financing.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, producers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.1% from 2014 to 2024

Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other

Description

All entertainers and performers, sports and related workers not listed separately.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).