Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Bachelor's degree · DeSales University · Center Valley, PA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at DeSales University earn a median of $17,377 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 $27,000, about 155% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft (Bachelor's degree) at other Pennsylvania schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $33,169 | — |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $32,967 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus University Park | $27,886 | $27,000 |
| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Berks Reading | $27,886 | $27,000 |
| Point Park University Pittsburgh | $23,147 | $27,000 |
| Seton Hill University Greensburg | $21,239 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania Indiana | $20,818 | $26,155 |
| Susquehanna University Selinsgrove | $20,259 | $27,000 |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $19,269 | $23,375 |
| Arcadia University Glenside | $17,203 | $27,000 |
| Muhlenberg College Allentown | $17,150 | $27,000 |
| East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg | $17,055 | $23,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft graduates from DeSales University make?
The median salary is $17,377 one year after graduation and $34,759 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.