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#1

#1 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Manhattan School of Music
New York, NY

At Manhattan School of Music, the most popular majors students pursue are Musical Theatre, Voice and Opera, and Stringed Instruments. In fact, Manhattan School of Music grants 28 degrees every year to graduating Musical Theatre students....view more

Acceptance Rate

40%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$51,879

Median Starting Salary

$60,074

#2

#2 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

American Musical and Dramatic Academy
New York, NY

At American Musical and Dramatic Academy, only three majors are offered: Musical Theatre, Acting, Dance, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

145

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$46,130

Median Starting Salary

$51,847

#3

#3 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

The University of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, The University of the Arts awards around 66 degrees to students studying Dance, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Music Management, Musical Theatre, and Illustration....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

930–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$44,510

Median Starting Salary

$58,523

#4

#4 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Marymount Manhattan College
New York, NY

Every year, Marymount Manhattan College grants about 36 degrees to students studying Acting, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Musical Theatre, Mass Communication/Media Studies, Communication, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$38,426

Median Starting Salary

$53,773

#5

#5 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Millikin University
Decatur, IL

Annually, Millikin University grants about 55 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

850–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$10,078

Median Starting Salary

$52,283

#6

#6 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA

Every year, Berklee College of Music awards around 335 degrees to those studying Computer Software and Media Applications, Other, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Music, Other, Music Theory and Composition, Music Performance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$48,608

Median Starting Salary

$54,102

#7

#7 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI

At the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Economics, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

18%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,370–1,530

Est. Net Price *

$19,005

Median Starting Salary

$49,486

#8

#8 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

The New School
New York, NY

Each year, The New School awards about 240 degrees to those studying Fashion/Apparel Design, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Est. Net Price *

$62,226

Median Starting Salary

$49,833

#9

#9 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Elon University
Elon, NC

At Elon University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,150–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$41,849

Median Starting Salary

$60,357

#10

#10 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA

Each year, Point Park University grants around 78 degrees to students majoring in Dance, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Business Administration......view more

Acceptance Rate

98%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,030–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$25,477

Median Starting Salary

$52,560

#11

#11 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY

At Syracuse University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Information Science/Studies, Finance, and General. In fact, Syracuse University awards 233 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

42%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,280–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$51,520

Median Starting Salary

$53,877

#12

#12 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Stephens College
Columbia, MO

Every year, Stephens College awards about 13 degrees to those studying Musical Theatre, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Fashion Merchandising....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

930–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$23,261

Median Starting Salary

$50,440

#13

#13 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL

Each year, Columbia College Chicago awards about 209 degrees to those majoring in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$29,790

Median Starting Salary

$53,431

#14

#14 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL

Annually, Roosevelt University awards about 63 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

860–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$21,503

Median Starting Salary

$49,217

#15

#15 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Kent State University at Kent
Kent, OH

At Kent State University at Kent, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$20,333

Median Starting Salary

$52,095

#16

#16 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Samford University
Birmingham, AL

Annually, Samford University grants about 122 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Pharmaceutical Sciences, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$32,176

Median Starting Salary

$56,806

#17

#17 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

SUNY at Purchase College
Purchase, NY

At SUNY at Purchase College, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Communication, General, Dance, and General. In fact, SUNY at Purchase College awards 66 degrees per year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,200–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$18,651

Median Starting Salary

$52,298

#18

#18 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Emerson College
Boston, MA

At Emerson College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Creative Writing, and Journalism. In fact, Emerson College grants 359 degrees per year to Cinematography and Film/Video Production majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,290–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$50,703

Median Starting Salary

$57,454

#19

#19 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

American University
Washington, DC

At American University, the most popular majors students pursue are International Relations and Affairs, Business Administration and Management, General, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,320–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$40,189

Median Starting Salary

$53,620

#20

#20 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Cornish College of the Arts
Seattle, WA

At Cornish College of the Arts, the three most popular college majors students study are Design and Visual Communications, General, Fine/Studio Arts, General, Music Performance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$40,164

Median Starting Salary

$55,382

#21

#21 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Ithaca College
Ithaca, NY

Each year, Ithaca College grants around 120 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,210–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$34,297

Median Starting Salary

$60,006

#22

#22 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Texas Christian University
Fort Worth, TX

At Texas Christian University, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Public Relations, Advertising, and and Applied Communication....view more

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,190–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$39,005

Median Starting Salary

$53,217

#23

#23 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Pace University
New York, NY

Every year, Pace University grants about 234 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,140–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$34,299

Median Starting Salary

$52,244

#24

#24 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Illinois Wesleyan University
Bloomington, IL

At Illinois Wesleyan University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

45%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,160–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$31,310

Median Starting Salary

$58,067

#25

#25 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Webster University
Saint Louis, MO

At Webster University, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Education, and General. In fact, Webster University grants 98 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,040–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$27,695

Median Starting Salary

$49,832

#26

#26 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus
Norman, OK

At the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Zoology/Animal Biology, and Journalism. In fact, the University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus grants 308 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,140–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$19,900

Median Starting Salary

$49,647

#27

#27 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, Temple University grants around 334 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$29,641

Median Starting Salary

$54,028

#28

#28 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

At Indiana University-Bloomington, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Public Administration, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,210–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$16,282

Median Starting Salary

$54,164

#29

#29 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of California-Irvine
Irvine, CA

At the University of California-Irvine, the three most popular college majors students study are Computer Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Business/Managerial Economics....view more

Acceptance Rate

26%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,240–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$14,647

Median Starting Salary

$46,060

#30

#30 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

Each year, the University at Buffalo awards around 776 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,220–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$20,511

Median Starting Salary

$48,368

#31

#31 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Creighton University
Omaha, NE

At Creighton University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Finance, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,190–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$33,364

Median Starting Salary

$56,764

#32

#32 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ

Every year, the University of Arizona awards around 440 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Physiology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,110–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$18,144

Median Starting Salary

$49,204

#33

#33 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Shenandoah University
Winchester, VA

At Shenandoah University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Exercise Physiology....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$26,400

Median Starting Salary

$56,714

#34

#34 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

North Central College
Naperville, IL

At North Central College, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Accounting, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, North Central College grants 64 degrees every year to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,090–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,190

Median Starting Salary

$56,925

#35

#35 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Anderson University
Anderson, SC

At Anderson University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

1,100–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$22,222

Median Starting Salary

$55,150

#36

#36 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Viterbo University
La Crosse, WI

Each year, Viterbo University grants around 185 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$23,901

Median Starting Salary

$54,200

#37

#37 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Ouachita Baptist University
Arkadelphia, AR

Every year, Ouachita Baptist University awards around 29 degrees to those studying Communication, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Adult Health Nurse/Nursing, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$22,087

Median Starting Salary

$53,323

#38

#38 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Taylor University
Upland, IN

Each year, Taylor University awards about 37 degrees to students studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,100–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$25,698

Median Starting Salary

$55,392

#39

#39 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Otterbein University
Westerville, OH

Annually, Otterbein University grants about 59 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,110–1,300

Est. Net Price *

$22,242

Median Starting Salary

$55,763

#40

#40 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Messiah University
Mechanicsburg, PA

At Messiah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,110–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$29,882

Median Starting Salary

$56,515

#41

#41 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Manhattanville College
Purchase, NY

Every year, Manhattanville College awards around 77 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Sports Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,060–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$25,017

Median Starting Salary

$53,630

#42

#42 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA

Every year, the University of Iowa grants around 361 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Behavioral Sciences, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$20,121

Median Starting Salary

$53,867

#43

#43 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

The University of Tampa
Tampa, FL

Each year, The University of Tampa grants around 143 degrees to students majoring in Finance, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Criminology....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,100–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$35,975

Median Starting Salary

$54,829

#44

#44 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Lipscomb University
Nashville, TN

Each year, Lipscomb University awards about 62 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,120–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$27,386

Median Starting Salary

$50,440

#45

#45 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL

At the University of Alabama at Birmingham, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Health/Health Care Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,120–1,380

Est. Net Price *

$17,413

Median Starting Salary

$47,986

#46

#46 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

SUNY at Fredonia
Fredonia, NY

At SUNY at Fredonia, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Music Teacher Education, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, SUNY at Fredonia grants 75 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$15,830

Median Starting Salary

$54,693

#47

#47 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

SUNY College at Geneseo
Geneseo, NY

Annually, SUNY College at Geneseo awards about 167 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,210–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$18,698

Median Starting Salary

$55,003

#48

#48 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH

Each year, Xavier University awards around 356 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,090–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$31,542

Median Starting Salary

$57,927

#49

#49 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Cornell College
Mount Vernon, IA

At Cornell College, the most popular majors students pursue are Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Engineering, General, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science. In fact, Cornell College awards 17 degrees per year to graduating Biochemistry and Molecular Biology students....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,150–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$25,850

Median Starting Salary

$55,605

#50

#50 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Florida Southern College
Lakeland, FL

At Florida Southern College, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

59%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,190–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$30,462

Median Starting Salary

$53,326

#51

#51 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School
Lancaster, PA

At Lancaster Bible College Capital Seminary & Graduate School, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Bible/Biblical Studies, Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$22,872

Median Starting Salary

$53,104

#52

#52 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Baldwin Wallace University
Berea, OH

At Baldwin Wallace University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$28,190

Median Starting Salary

$52,749

#53

#53 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Vanguard University of Southern California
Costa Mesa, CA

At Vanguard University of Southern California, the most popular majors students study are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

990–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$20,273

Median Starting Salary

$52,496

#54

#54 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT

Annually, Western Connecticut State University awards about 92 degrees to those studying Criminal Justice/Police Science, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

880–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,527

Median Starting Salary

$53,037

#55

#55 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Nebraska Wesleyan University
Lincoln, NE

At Nebraska Wesleyan University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,863

Median Starting Salary

$54,720

#56

#56 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX

At Sam Houston State University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Teacher Education, Multiple Levels, Business/Commerce, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$14,556

Median Starting Salary

$50,730

#57

#57 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Every year, Western Michigan University grants about 191 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$20,183

Median Starting Salary

$51,761

#58

#58 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Texas State University
San Marcos, TX

Each year, Texas State University awards around 518 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

990–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$15,307

Median Starting Salary

$50,777

#59

#59 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Milligan University
Milligan, TN

Each year, Milligan University awards around 24 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,090–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$21,463

Median Starting Salary

$52,828

#60

#60 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Loyola University New Orleans
New Orleans, LA

Every year, Loyola University New Orleans grants about 60 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Music Management, Criminology, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

1,070–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$26,150

Median Starting Salary

$52,886

#61

#61 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

St Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN

Every year, St Catherine University awards around 167 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Public Health, General, Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$22,357

Median Starting Salary

$50,612

#62

#62 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

College of the Ozarks
Point Lookout, MO

Every year, the College of the Ozarks awards around 31 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, General, Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

15%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$12,279

Median Starting Salary

$49,849

#63

#63 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY

Annually, SUNY Cortland grants about 165 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,100–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,474

Median Starting Salary

$56,811

#64

#64 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Emory & Henry College
Emory, VA

At Emory & Henry College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Social Studies Teacher Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,050–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$21,714

Median Starting Salary

$53,151

#65

#65 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI

At Central Michigan University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$15,826

Median Starting Salary

$53,224

#66

#66 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

William Jewell College
Liberty, MO

Each year, William Jewell College grants about 67 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Civil Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

34%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$17,408

Median Starting Salary

$53,693

#67

#67 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Oakland University
Rochester Hills, MI

Each year, Oakland University awards around 520 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, Psychology, General, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

1,000–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,734

Median Starting Salary

$50,511

#68

#68 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

California State University-Chico
Chico, CA

Every year, California State University-Chico awards around 569 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Sociology....view more

Acceptance Rate

94%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,187

Median Starting Salary

$48,857

#69

#69 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Young Harris College
Young Harris, GA

Annually, Young Harris College grants about 32 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Outdoor Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$20,509

Median Starting Salary

$54,430

#70

#70 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK

At the University of Central Oklahoma, the three most popular college majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Central Oklahoma awards 213 degrees per year to General Studies majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$18,893

Median Starting Salary

$50,095

#71

#71 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Aurora University
Aurora, IL

At Aurora University, the most popular majors students pursue are Social Work, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, Aurora University grants 203 degrees per year to Social Work majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

950–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$19,220

Median Starting Salary

$52,244

#72

#72 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Reinhardt University
Waleska, GA

At Reinhardt University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$27,507

Median Starting Salary

$51,563

#73

#73 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Mobile
Mobile, AL

At the University of Mobile, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$20,503

Median Starting Salary

$51,242

#74

#74 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Anderson University
Anderson, IN

Annually, Anderson University grants about 41 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

940–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$21,914

Median Starting Salary

$54,277

#75

#75 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,060–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$29,692

Median Starting Salary

$49,260

#76

#76 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Marietta College
Marietta, OH

Each year, Marietta College awards around 35 degrees to students studying Petroleum Engineering, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

980–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$21,333

Median Starting Salary

$53,163

#77

#77 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, ND

Annually, the University of North Dakota grants about 193 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,227

Median Starting Salary

$55,288

#78

#78 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Converse University
Spartanburg, SC

Every year, Converse University awards about 19 degrees to students studying Child Development, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$19,438

Median Starting Salary

$52,762

#79

#79 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

William Peace University
Raleigh, NC

Annually, William Peace University grants around 20 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

1,130–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$24,503

Median Starting Salary

$50,293

#80

#80 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Clarke University
Dubuque, IA

Every year, Clarke University awards around 36 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

940–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$25,692

Median Starting Salary

$56,248

#81

#81 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN

Every year, Minnesota State University Moorhead grants around 85 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,020–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$18,231

Median Starting Salary

$54,787

#82

#82 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

West Virginia Wesleyan College
Buckhannon, WV

At West Virginia Wesleyan College, the most popular majors students pursue are Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

920–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$20,093

Median Starting Salary

$54,932

#83

#83 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO

Every year, the University of Central Missouri grants around 123 degrees to students majoring in Elementary Education and Teaching, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$15,728

Median Starting Salary

$52,485

#84

#84 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Rhode Island College
Providence, RI

Each year, Rhode Island College awards around 150 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Social Work, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

860–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$11,549

Median Starting Salary

$51,677

#85

#85 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Lees-McRae College
Banner Elk, NC

Each year, Lees-McRae College awards around 35 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$26,009

Median Starting Salary

$52,923

#86

#86 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

West Texas A & M University
Canyon, TX

Annually, West Texas A & M University grants about 173 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$17,182

Median Starting Salary

$51,102

#87

#87 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Weber State University
Ogden, UT

Annually, Weber State University awards around 441 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Selling Skills and Sales Operations, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$11,572

Median Starting Salary

$51,847

#88

#88 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Missouri Baptist University
Saint Louis, MO

Annually, Missouri Baptist University grants around 43 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

840–1,070

Est. Net Price *

$26,117

Median Starting Salary

$51,933

#89

#89 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI

Every year, Eastern Michigan University grants around 381 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

920–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$17,388

Median Starting Salary

$50,871

#90

#90 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Averett University
Danville, VA

Each year, Averett University grants around 38 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

48%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

950–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$24,091

Median Starting Salary

$53,028

#91

#91 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA

At Central Washington University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Psychology, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

930–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$15,558

Median Starting Salary

$51,420

#92

#92 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Shawnee State University
Portsmouth, OH

Annually, Shawnee State University grants around 56 degrees to those majoring in Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$14,815

Median Starting Salary

$50,302

#93

#93 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA

At Brenau University, the most popular majors students pursue are Nursing Practice, Elementary Education and Teaching, Health and Medical Administrative Services, and Other. In fact, Brenau University grants 144 degrees per year to Nursing Practice majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

970–1,160

Est. Net Price *

$20,860

Median Starting Salary

$50,373

#94

#94 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT

At Southern Utah University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, General Studies, Psychology, and General. In fact, Southern Utah University awards 109 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,040–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$12,375

Median Starting Salary

$50,990

#95

#95 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

LaGrange College
Lagrange, GA

At LaGrange College, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business Administration and Management, General, Political Science and Government, and General. In fact, LaGrange College grants 42 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,000–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$24,564

Median Starting Salary

$52,971

#96

#96 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Southwestern College
Winfield, KS

Annually, Southwestern College awards about 48 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

930–1,120

Est. Net Price *

$27,337

Median Starting Salary

$50,569

#97

#97 Best College for Musical Theatre in the U.S.

Coker University
Hartsville, SC

Each year, Coker University awards about 40 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Criminology, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$18,910

Median Starting Salary

$49,814

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Musical Theatre

A program that focuses on the principles and techniques for integrating theatre, music, and dance into a unified production. Includes instruction in acting, dance, voice, technical theater, musical genres, piano, and history of musical theater.

Students majoring in Musical Theatre can be awarded a degree up to a Bachelors degree. On average, 67% percent of women and 33% percent of men make up the degrees awarded across all college campuses. Out of all the US states, New York is where degrees in Musical Theatre are most commonly granted. The Median Starting Salary for an undergraduate degree in Musical Theatre is $37,200.

Popularity of Musical Theatre Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Musical Theatre degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

Majoring in Musical Theatre, your education could lead you towards different careers. Musical Theatre majors go on to find jobs including Producers and Directors and Music Directors and Composers which are in high demand. Some of the top paying jobs for Musical Theatre majors include Producers and Directors, Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary and Music Directors and Composers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Musical Theatre majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Musical Theatre majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
1,075
Female Students
720 (66%)
Male Students
355 (33%)

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