Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

Bachelor's degree · Portland State University · Portland, OR

CIP 50.05

$25,352Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$45,692Median earnings 4 years after
$42,373Median earnings 5 years after
$29,399Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at Portland State University earn a median of $25,352 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 $29,399, about 116% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (Bachelor's degree) at other Oregon schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Oregon
Eugene
$25,264—
Southern Oregon University
Ashland
$20,668$21,833

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft graduates from Portland State University make?

The median salary is $25,352 one year after graduation and $42,373 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $29,399.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.