Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at California State University-Northridge
Master's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in California
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft masters's programs at peer institutions in California (29 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Northridge | $24,837* | $40,385 | — | — |
| Academy of Art University | $36,635* | — | — | — |
| California Institute of the Arts | $35,156* | $30,129 | — | — |
| Loyola Marymount University | $31,564* | $34,525 | — | — |
| California State University-Fullerton | $24,978* | $29,629 | — | — |
| University of California-Irvine | $24,696* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $27,533* | — | — | — |
Other Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academy of Art University San Francisco | $28,024 | $36,635 | — |
| California Institute of the Arts Valencia | $56,724 | $35,156 | — |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $58,974 | $31,564 | — |
| California State University-Fullerton Fullerton | $7,073 | $24,978 | — |
| University of California-Irvine Irvine | $14,237 | $24,696 | — |
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 California State University-Northridge, approximately 56% 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 8 similar programs in CA. Actual outcomes may vary.