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Gainful Employment Disclosure for Theatre

Waldorf College OPE ID: 001895 

What can you do with a bachelor’s degree in Theatre?

Here are the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes for the occupations that this major prepares students to enter. We’ve also included links to occupational profiles on the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*Net Web Site. For Theatre, the Credential Code is 03. The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code is 50.0501 – Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.

SOC Code
Occupations and Links to Occupational Profiles on the O*Net Website
25-1121.00 Art, Drama and Music Teachers, Postsecondary: Professor, Music Professor, Art Professor, Theatre Professor, Art History Professor, Dance Professor, Graphic Design Professor, Voice Professor, Art Education Professor, Drama Professor; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1121.00
27-2011.00 Actors: Actor, Actress, Comedian, Comic, Community Theater Actor, Narrator, Voice-Over Artist, Stand Up Comedian, Theatre Ensemble Member, Understudy; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2011.00
27-2011.00 Actors: Actor, Actress, Comedian, Comic, Community Theater Actor, Narrator, Voice-Over Artist, Stand Up Comedian, Theatre Ensemble Member, Understudy; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2011.00
27-2012.01 Producers: Producer, News Producer, Television News Producer, Promotions Producer, Television Producer (TV Producer), Animation Producer, Radio Producer, General Manager, Independent Video Producer, Newscast Producer;
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2012.01
27-2012.02 Directors – Stage, Motion Pictures, Television, Radio: Director, Newscast Director, Television Director (TV Director), Television Newscast Director, Creative Director, News Production Supervisor; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2012.02
27-2012.03 Program Directors: Program Director, Program Manager, Programming Director, News Director, Director, Operations Manager, Program Coordinator, Production Director, Newscast Director, Operations Director; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2012.03
27-2012.04 Talent Directors: Casting Director, Artistic Director, Casting Associate, Casting Assistant, Artistic Associate, Casting Agent, Casting Coordinator, Extras Casting Director; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2012.04
27-2012.05 Technical Directors/Managers: Director, Technical Director, Production Manager, Engineer, Production Director, Master Control Operator (MCO), Broadcast Engineer, Engineering Production Operations Director, Operations Manager, Master Control Supervisor;
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2012.05
27-2099.00 Entertainers and Performers, Sports and Related Workers, All Other: http://online.onetcenter.org/link/summary/27-2099.00

After graduation from Waldorf College, Theatre majors have also chosen to attend graduate school.

What is the job placement rate for Waldorf Theatre graduates?

How many graduates found a job in their chosen field or continued their education (graduate school or a bachelor’s degree in another academic major) within seven months of graduation?

67% of those graduating April-July 2010

No graduates December 2009

100% of those graduating April-July 2009

No graduates December 2008

No graduates April-July 2008

100% of those graduating December 2007

100% of those graduating April-July 2007

How long does it take to complete a bachelor’s degree in Theatre at Waldorf?

The normal timeframe for completing this program is four years. Our on-time graduation rate is based on program completion within four years.
Students may choose to take fewer courses per term, extending their timeframe for completing the program.

On-time graduation rate:

2006-07: 100%

2007-08: 0%

2008-09: 100%

2009-10: 50%

2010-11: 100%

How much does it cost to complete a bachelor’s degree in Theatre at Waldorf?

Program costs are calculated by taking this year’s tuition, fees and room and room& board charges, and multiplying them by the four years expected to complete the program. Textbook costs and course fee calculations are based upon the recommended curriculum listed in the course catalog, using the 2010-11 rates for used textbooks and course fees. Textbook prices and course fees are subject to change. For majors with multiple tracks, the specific tracks or endorsements used for the calculation are indicated. Textbook costs and course fees will vary with the selection of alternate tracks, Endorsements, or course electives. Transportation and personal expenses have been estimated by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission.

Tuition: $71,600

Fees: $3,904

Room & Board: $25,480

Books & Supplies: $1,860

Transportation: $5,172

Personal Expenses: $6,912

TOTAL: $114,928

How much do students borrow to complete a bachelor’s degree in Theatre at Waldorf?

In addition to grants and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, some graduates use loans to finance their education. The median debt for Waldorf Theatre graduates is:

Type of loan

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11
Federal loans $13,750 $22,708 $33,088 $37,525
Private educational loans 0 0 $36,534 $11,564
Institution financing plan 0 0 0 0

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