Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft at Pepperdine 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 California
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (64 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pepperdine University | — | $41,736 | $19,500 | — |
| Saint Mary's College of California | $38,160 | — | $27,304 | 0.72 |
| California State University-Dominguez Hills | $25,920 | — | $13,164 | 0.51 |
| Chapman University | $24,644 | $40,640 | $22,500 | 0.91 |
| San Francisco State University | $23,004 | $27,006 | $16,250 | 0.71 |
| California State University-Sacramento | $23,000 | $27,848 | $16,221 | 0.71 |
| National Median | $20,698 | — | $25,000 | 1.21 |
Other Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's College of California Moraga | $56,134 | $38,160 | $27,304 |
| California State University-Dominguez Hills Carson | $7,064 | $25,920 | $13,164 |
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $24,644 | $22,500 |
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $23,004 | $16,250 |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $23,000 | $16,221 |
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 Pepperdine University, approximately 20% 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.