Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Master's degree · California State University-Northridge · Northridge, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$35,042Median earnings 3 years after
$61,569Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at California State University-Northridge earn a median of $35,042. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,978 four years after graduating (middle half: $29,233–$69,322).
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $36,635 | $104,875 |
| California Institute of the Arts Valencia | $35,156 | $109,180 |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $31,564 | $108,680 |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $24,978 | — |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $24,696 | — |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $21,764 | $108,033 |
| New York Film Academy Burbank | $14,900 | $100,507 |
| University of California-San Diego La Jolla | $14,358 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft graduates from California State University-Northridge make?
The median salary is $35,042 and $61,569 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.