Cheapest Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Colleges in District of Columbia

Gallaudet University stands apart with the lowest net cost at $14,085 for Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft programs in the District of Columbia, nearly $20,000 less than The Catholic University of America's $32,798. Washington's proximity to Kennedy Center, Shakespeare Theatre Company, and Arena Stage creates direct pipeline opportunities for theatre graduates. The five available programs span a wide acceptance rate range from Georgetown's selective 12.23% to Catholic University's welcoming 85.59%.

Programs

$14,085 – $41,945

Net Price Range

$29,022

Avg. Program Earnings

77.2%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Gallaudet University Washington, District of Columbia	$14,085	$18,382	46.6%	59.2%
2	The Catholic University of America Washington, District of Columbia	$32,798	$55,834	81.3%	85.6%
3	George Washington University Washington, District of Columbia	$37,454	$64,990	85.2%	49.0%
4	Georgetown University Washington, District of Columbia	$39,433	$65,081	94.3%	12.2%
5	American University Washington, District of Columbia	$41,945	$56,543	78.5%	40.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Gallaudet University's drama program the most affordable option?

Gallaudet's $14,085 net cost reflects significant federal funding as the world's only university designed for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. The university's unique position allows it to offer specialized theatre training at costs well below other private institutions in D.C.

How do earnings compare between the most and least expensive programs?

George Washington University graduates earn $31,305 annually despite paying a $37,454 net cost, while American University students face the highest costs at $41,945 but earn only $26,739. The $4,566 earnings difference suggests program cost doesn't directly correlate with post-graduation income.

Does Georgetown's high selectivity translate to better graduation rates?

Georgetown achieves a 94.30% graduation rate with just 12.23% acceptance, the highest completion rate among D.C. theatre programs. This contrasts with George Washington's 85.20% graduation rate despite accepting 48.98% of applicants, showing selectivity's impact on student success.

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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.