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- School Code: 111610
- Phone: (940) 668-7731
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ACCEPTANCE RATE
80.00%FINANCIAL AID RATE
72%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
19:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
40FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,859Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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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 Texas colleges that offer drama and theatre arts degrees.
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Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi
1525 W California Street, Gainesville, TX
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi provides a variety of program options for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Corpus Christi, TX and publically funded. Over 10,000 students enroll at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi yearly.
Areas of study available at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi include:
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are required to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Very common standardized test scores among students accepted to this school are in the range of 17 - 22 for the ACT exam, or 1260 - 1580 on the SAT. An estimated 80 percent of all students that applied were admitted at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi, with 33 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,300, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,200 per year. Students attending Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi may be eligible for aid which is typically grants and loans.
The Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Islanders participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs available may include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AAA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AAA)
Students can visit the school's http://www.tamucc.edu to view additional information.
Students Enrolled in the Drama and Theatre Arts Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi offers a bachelor's degree program in drama and theatre arts.
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 16 |
| Female | 22 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 21 |
| White | 15 |
| Multiple Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
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
Upon completion of the Drama and Theatre Arts program at Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give you an idea of the applicants Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi may offer services to students including:- Online classes
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work
Intercollegiate Athletics
Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Southland Conference)
- Basketball (Southland Conference)
- Track and Field (Southland Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Beach Volleyball