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 Ohio colleges that offer drama and theatre arts degrees.

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Franciscan University of Steubenville (Franciscan)

1796 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee, OH

Franciscan University of Steubenville, a nonprofit private institution, offers an assortment of educational opportunities, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Steubenville, Ohio, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Franciscan has an annual student enrollment of around 2,700.

Areas of study offered at Franciscan include but are not limited to:

• Theology And Religious Vocations
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be required to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 23 to 29 on the ACT or 1580 to 1890 on the SAT are recommended to increase your chances for getting accepted. Franciscan University of Steubenville admits roughly 80 percent of students applying. Of those admitted, about 34 percent of students enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found through the school's primary portal.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $23,000 per year, though it may vary based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's price of attendance calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing is available for students, and generally costs around $4,500 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

The mascot for Franciscan is the "Barons", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Sports available:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

Students can visit the Franciscan website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, student services, and more that is available at this school.

Students Enrolled in the Drama and Theatre Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Franciscan University of Steubenville offers a bachelor's degree program in drama and theatre arts.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

Salary & Wages

• Toledo, OH
  • Total Employment: 70
  • Average Hourly Rate: $23.62
  • Average Annual Salary: $49130

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).