Theater & Dramaat Fordham University

Your Fordham Drama degree places you right in the heart of the world's most competitive theatre market, which significantly shapes these outcomes. While you'll gain invaluable experience and connections in NYC, the initial years out of school are often marked by intense competition for limited roles in performance, production, or stagecraft. Many graduates find themselves taking on "survival jobs" or low-paying internships to build their portfolios and networks, impacting early career earnings. The listed higher-paying paths, like producing or directing, typically require years of experience and significant entrepreneurial effort to achieve. To navigate this reality, actively cultivate a diverse skillset beyond your artistic training, perhaps through a business minor or practical project management experience, to broaden your professional options.