Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at Brenau University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brenau University | $18,769* | $20,380 | $19,500 | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $21,556* | $25,182 | $25,500 | 1.18 |
| University of Georgia | $20,762* | $35,389 | $19,399 | 0.93 |
| Savannah College of Art and Design | $20,532* | $31,457 | $27,000 | 1.32 |
| Columbus State University | $18,769* | $17,890 | $25,802 | 1.37 |
| Piedmont University | $18,680* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $20,698* | — | $25,000 | 1.21 |
Other Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $21,556 | $25,500 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $20,762 | $19,399 |
| Savannah College of Art and Design Savannah | $40,595 | $20,532 | $27,000 |
| Columbus State University Columbus | $5,751 | $18,769 | $25,802 |
| Piedmont University Demorest | $30,680 | $18,680 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Brenau University, approximately 47% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in GA. Actual outcomes may vary.