Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Bachelor's degree · DePaul University · Chicago, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at DePaul University earn a median of $22,021 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $39,775 four years after graduating (middle half: $25,491–$55,399). Median debt is $26,348, about 120% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State University Normal | $28,958 | $21,500 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $27,004 | $23,500 |
| Millikin University Decatur | $24,013 | $27,000 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $23,517 | $27,000 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $22,159 | $20,500 |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $21,001 | $26,000 |
| North Central College Naperville | $20,416 | $19,500 |
| Augustana College Rock Island | $20,326 | $26,955 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington | $19,490 | $27,000 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $19,245 | $17,000 |
| Columbia College Chicago Chicago | $17,929 | $25,500 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $16,892 | $25,000 |
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $14,938 | $20,342 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft graduates from DePaul University make?
The median salary is $22,021 one year after graduation and $33,700 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,348.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.