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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 Georgia colleges that offer drama and theatre arts degrees.
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Spelman College
812 Lambert Dr., Atlanta, GA
Spelman College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Atlanta, GA. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. Nearly two thousand students enroll at Spelman College yearly.
Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:
- Psychology
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- English Language And Literature
- Social Sciences
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to Spelman College. Scores between 20 - 24 on the ACT or 940 - 1110 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for admission. Spelman College admits approximately 40% of students applying. Of those students admitted, around 27% enrolled. More information from the admissions office can be found at spelman.edu.
The cost of tuition is close to $26,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Some students at Spelman College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as grants or student loans.
The Spelman College Jaguars participate in several athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization.
To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please take a look at the school's website at http://www.spelman.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Drama and Theatre Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Spelman College offers a bachelor's degree program in drama and theatre arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 0 |
| Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 5 |
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
Students who have completed the Drama and Theatre Arts program at Spelman College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
Salary & Wages
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
- Average Hourly Rate: $13.31
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
- Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA
- Total Employment: 3
- Average Hourly Rate: $33.68
- Average Annual Salary: $70050
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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Spelman College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Spelman College may provide student services like those listed below:- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance