Cheapest Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Colleges in New Hampshire

New Hampshire's public universities offer Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft training for under $20,000 annually, while Dartmouth College commands $28,619 despite its 6.38% acceptance rate. Keene State College leads affordability at $19,164 net cost with a 58.40% graduation rate. The state's summer theater circuit and year-round cultural venues create steady opportunities for graduates, though median earnings of $25,194 reflect the field's income realities across New Hampshire's tax-free employment market.

Programs

$19,164 – $30,299

Net Price Range

$25,194

Avg. Program Earnings

61.9%

Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Keene State College Keene, New Hampshire	$19,164	$14,710	58.4%	89.5%
2	Plymouth State University Plymouth, New Hampshire	$19,685	$14,558	47.4%	97.6%
3	University of New Hampshire-Main Campus Durham, New Hampshire	$23,261	$19,112	76.4%	87.0%
4	Dartmouth College Hanover, New Hampshire	$28,619	$65,739	96.0%	6.4%
5	New England College Henniker, New Hampshire	$30,299	$41,578	31.1%	99.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Dartmouth College worth $9,455 more than Keene State for theater programs?

Dartmouth's 96% graduation rate and elite network justify the premium for many students. The college's connections to New York theater and film industries often offset the higher $28,619 net cost through career opportunities.

How do New Hampshire's public theater programs compare in graduation success?

University of New Hampshire leads public options with a 76.40% graduation rate at $23,261 net cost. Plymouth State trails significantly at 47.40% despite costing only $521 more than Keene State's 58.40% rate.

Does New England College's 99.94% acceptance rate signal quality concerns?

The near-universal acceptance combined with a 31.10% graduation rate raises red flags about student support. At $30,299 net cost, it's the most expensive option with the lowest completion rate among all five programs.

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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.