Cheapest Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Colleges in Nebraska

Theatre education costs in Nebraska split dramatically between public and private institutions, with the University of Nebraska at Omaha offering programs for just $12,791 annually while Creighton University reaches $32,380. Public colleges dominate the affordable options, claiming six of the ten lowest-cost programs statewide. The state's growing entertainment sector, anchored by Omaha's expanding film production scene and Lincoln's cultural district, creates opportunities for graduates despite modest starting salaries averaging $23,277 across reporting schools. Students can access quality training without crushing debt, particularly at state institutions where in-state tuition stays below $10,500 at most campuses.

Programs

$12,791 – $32,380

Net Price Range

$23,277

Avg. Program Earnings

59.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

10 Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha, Nebraska	$12,791	$8,370	47.5%	85.9%
2	Chadron State College Chadron, Nebraska	$13,308	$8,078	38.1%
3	Wayne State College Wayne, Nebraska	$15,108	$7,970	55.7%
4	University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney, Nebraska	$16,488	$8,302	59.8%	86.0%
5	University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln, Nebraska	$17,424	$10,108	65.8%	78.6%
6	Hastings College Hastings, Nebraska	$21,554	$36,130	53.3%	71.3%
7	Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln, Nebraska	$23,140	$41,658	68.9%	81.5%
8	Concordia University-Nebraska Seward, Nebraska	$24,016	$39,330	64.1%	90.8%
9	Doane University Crete, Nebraska	$28,071	$40,491	55.9%	75.8%
10	Creighton University Omaha, Nebraska	$32,380	$47,000	80.5%	75.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Nebraska at Omaha the most affordable option?

UNO charges just $12,791 in net costs with in-state tuition of only $8,370, making it the cheapest theatre program in Nebraska. The school maintains an 85.86% acceptance rate while graduating 47.5% of students within six years.

How do private college costs compare to public institutions?

Private colleges average $25,832 in net costs compared to $15,024 at public schools, creating a $10,808 gap. Hastings College offers the most affordable private option at $21,554, still significantly higher than any public alternative.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost?

Higher-priced programs generally show better completion rates, with Creighton University leading at 80.5% graduation despite its $32,380 cost. However, Wayne State College achieves a solid 55.7% rate while charging only $15,108 annually.

Where do Nebraska theatre graduates typically earn the most?

University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates report the highest earnings at $27,947 annually, despite the program costing $17,424. Conversely, Doane University graduates earn just $18,771 while paying $28,071 for their education.

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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.