Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at Hope College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope College | $17,770* | — | — | — |
| Western Michigan University | $21,585* | $26,263 | $26,950 | 1.25 |
| Wayne State University | $18,750* | $30,701 | $24,847 | 1.33 |
| Central Michigan University | $17,962* | $31,405 | $28,000 | 1.56 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | $17,577* | $23,350 | $20,798 | 1.18 |
| Michigan State University | $17,328* | $37,177 | $22,250 | 1.28 |
| National Median | $20,698* | — | $25,000 | 1.21 |
Other Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $21,585 | $26,950 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $18,750 | $24,847 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $17,962 | $28,000 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $17,228 | $17,577 | $20,798 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $17,328 | $22,250 |
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 Hope College, approximately 16% 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 6 similar programs in MI. Actual outcomes may vary.