Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Bachelor's degree · Rutgers University-Newark · Newark, NJ
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at Rutgers University-Newark earn a median of $24,770 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 $21,000, about 85% of first-year earnings.
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (Bachelor's degree) at other New Jersey schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $24,770 | $21,000 |
| Rutgers University-Camden Camden | $24,770 | $21,000 |
| Rowan University Glassboro | $18,558 | $21,500 |
| Montclair State University Montclair | $18,474 | $21,500 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Florham Campus Madison | $16,666 | $25,000 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck | $16,666 | $25,000 |
| Ramapo College of New Jersey Mahwah | $15,372 | $15,000 |
| Drew University Madison | $13,710 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft graduates from Rutgers University-Newark make?
The median salary is $24,770 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.