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 California colleges that offer drama and theatre arts degrees.

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California State Polytechnic University – Pomona

Also known as Cal State San Bernardino

5500 University Parkway, San Bernardino, CA

California State Polytechnic University - Pomona (CPP), or "Cal Poly Pomona," is a public university situated barely 30 miles from downtown Los Angeles at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Cal Poly Pomona is one of only two "Polytechnic" universities in the California State University System. It is one of just seven in the U.S., and has been widely recognized for its project-based and learn-by-doing coursework.

The term "polytechnic" refers to the honing of skills in many arts through a hands-on training approach. In this spirit, the faculty members at Cal Poly Pomona are top professionals in their fields, in addition to being teachers, and can instruct their students through practical application. Students are guided through research, internships, competitions and community development projects. The school's philosophy is "Learn by Doing," and graduates of Cal Poly Pomona have practiced their skills while earning their degrees.

Cal Poly Pomona offers more than 100 fields of study that are comprised of 62 undergraduate majors, 27 graduate programs and 63 professional or vocational credential programs.

There are many points of interest at Cal Poly Pomona, many of which are unique to this campus, including an Arabian Horse Center that runs a breeding program, the Bio Trek learning center that supports a tropical rainforest and native American garden, a 16-acre demonstration community that showcases self-sustaining technologies, historical buildings from the original ranch and home of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg.

History

The Cal Poly Pomona campus is located on what was once the winter ranch home of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg. Mr. Kellogg raised Arabian horses on his ranch, the descendants of which are still featured in horse shows on the CPP campus. The first incarnation of Cal Poly Pomona was founded in 1938, with an enrollment of 110 students. The original student body was comprised of all male students, who enrolled at the original San Dimas location to study agriculture. Over the next seven decades, the school moved locations to the Kellogg ranch in Pomona, expanded its curriculum from agriculture to encompass more than 100 fields of study, and opened its doors to female students.

Academics

The Cal Poly Pomona academic calendar offers four quarters per year, running 11 weeks each.

Colleges and Schools

• College of Agriculture
• College of Business Administration
• College of Education and Integrative Studies
• College of Engineering
• College of Environmental Design
• College of the Extended University
• The Collins College of Hospitality Management
• College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences
• College of Science 

Student Life

More than 280 campus clubs and organizations are available to Cal Poly students, including groups that focus on student government, service learning, leadership development and intramural sports. Those who are looking for activities beyond the classroom can get involved in campus activities such as helping to build the annual float for the Tournament of the Roses Parade in Pasadena, or take part in a theatre or music production. Cultural month celebrations offer more opportunities for involvement, and the Bronco Fitness Center is another great place to meet other students. Greek Life is active at Cal Poly, with several local chapters of fraternities and sororities.

On-campus living is available, and residents of the campus housing have access to a range of amenities including Fitness Express, satellite TV, wi-fi Internet, a swimming pool, basketball court, pool tables, and many dining options and convenience stores.

Traditions

The traditional colors of Cal Poly Pomona are green and yellow, with white as an accent color. The school's mascot is the bronco, nicknamed "Billy Bronco." The athletic teams are called the Cal Poly Pomona Broncos.

Athletics

Football, softball and water polo are no longer offered at Cal Poly Pomona, but the achievements of those past sports are still a source of "Bronco Pride." The Cal Poly Pomona "Broncos" athletic teams have claimed several national team titles and currently compete in 10 intercollegiate sports, including:

Men's Sports:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Soccer
• Track and Field 

Women's Sports:

• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Soccer
• Track and Field
• Volleyball

Community Life

The Cal Poly Pomona campus is centrally located in the Los Angeles area, with easy access to the amenities of Southern California. Students can enjoy trips to the beach or hiking the San Gabriel Mountains around the campus, or a bit further beyond in the desert areas. Skiing and snowboarding opportunities are a short drive away. The local cities around Pomona have many art galleries, museums and botanical gardens to explore. Several large amusement parks are a short drive away, as are campgrounds and other recreation areas.

Students Enrolled in the Drama and Theatre Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Cal State San Bernardino offers a bachelor's degree program in drama and theatre arts.

Students by Gender (2019)

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

• Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $70680

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).