19 Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs
| # | School | Net Price | Program Earnings | In-State Tuition | Graduation Rate | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Berea College
Berea, Kentucky
|
$4,483 | $19,227 | $49,326 | 62.0% | 24.6% |
| 2 |
Northern Kentucky University
Highland Heights, Kentucky
|
$7,168 | $22,055 | $10,896 | 48.3% | 86.0% |
| 3 |
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, Kentucky
|
$10,916 | $21,052 | $11,436 | 53.7% | 97.0% |
| 4 |
Murray State University
Murray, Kentucky
|
$9,121 | $15,182 | $9,708 | 59.5% | 84.0% |
| 5 |
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky
|
$17,218 | $17,779 | $13,212 | 69.9% | 94.9% |
| 6 |
Kentucky Wesleyan College
Owensboro, Kentucky
|
$36,431 | $33,393 | 52.6% | 68.6% | |
| 7 |
Owensboro Community and Technical College
Owensboro, Kentucky
|
$4,627 | $4,656 | 49.2% | ||
| 8 |
Transylvania University
Lexington, Kentucky
|
$23,560 | $44,980 | 69.8% | 90.8% | |
| 9 |
Thomas More University
Crestview Hills, Kentucky
|
$20,701 | $38,400 | 40.1% | 94.2% | |
| 10 |
Morehead State University
Morehead, Kentucky
|
$10,089 | $9,838 | 47.7% | 84.0% | |
| 11 |
University of Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky
|
$17,634 | $12,828 | 60.7% | 81.5% | |
| 12 |
Asbury University
Wilmore, Kentucky
|
$20,428 | $33,640 | 65.0% | 78.7% | |
| 13 |
Georgetown College
Georgetown, Kentucky
|
$13,485 | $42,010 | 47.5% | 71.5% | |
| 14 |
University of the Cumberlands
Williamsburg, Kentucky
|
$11,286 | $9,875 | 46.2% | 83.0% | |
| 15 |
Centre College
Danville, Kentucky
|
$21,497 | $50,550 | 85.3% | 62.9% | |
| 16 |
Bluegrass Community and Technical College
Lexington, Kentucky
|
$5,920 | $4,706 | 38.1% | ||
| 17 |
Campbellsville University
Campbellsville, Kentucky
|
$18,246 | $26,990 | 47.1% | ||
| 18 |
Brescia University
Owensboro, Kentucky
|
$14,626 | $30,450 | 46.0% | 50.4% | |
| 19 |
Bellarmine University
Louisville, Kentucky
|
$23,587 | $47,180 | 67.7% | 87.8% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Berea College's drama program such an strong value?
Berea College offers the lowest net price at $4,483 while maintaining a 62% graduation rate and $19,227 average earnings. The school's work-study model and generous financial aid bring the true cost down from $49,326. This represents the best value proposition among Kentucky's private drama programs, with graduates earning middle-range salaries despite paying minimal tuition.
How do public university drama programs compare for affordability?
Kentucky's public drama programs range from Murray State's $9,121 net cost to University of Kentucky's $17,218. Northern Kentucky University offers the best earnings potential at $22,055 with a reasonable $7,168 net price. Western Kentucky University provides a middle ground at $10,916 net cost with $21,052 average earnings and a solid 53.7% graduation rate.
Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Kentucky drama schools?
Centre College achieves an 85.3% graduation rate but costs $21,497 net, while affordable options like Murray State (59.5%) and Western Kentucky (53.7%) maintain respectable completion rates. Thomas More University shows the weakest performance with just 40.1% graduating despite a $20,701 net cost. The data suggests that higher-priced programs don't guarantee better completion rates.
Where do Kentucky drama graduates find the best earning potential?
Northern Kentucky University graduates lead with $22,055 average earnings, followed closely by Western Kentucky at $21,052. Murray State produces the lowest earners at $15,182 despite reasonable program costs. The relatively narrow earnings range of $6,873 suggests Kentucky's regional job market provides fairly consistent opportunities regardless of which school students attend.
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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.