Best colleges for Dance in Colorado
Ranked by graduates a year
University of Colorado Boulder, Colorado State University - Fort Collins and Colorado Mesa University award the most Dance degrees and certificates in Colorado: 13, 9 and 2 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 6 Colorado colleges offer Dance and award 28 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Dance program is a part of the Visual and Performing Arts field, focusing on the study and practice of various dance forms. It caters to individuals passionate about movement, rhythm, and expression through dance, offering…
6 institutions offering Dance in Colorado
Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by graduates a year.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Colorado Boulder Boulder Public | — | 13 | 74% | — | — |
| 2 | Colorado State University - Fort Collins Fort Collins Public | — | 9 | 67% | — | — |
| 3 | Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction Public | — | 2 | 41% | — | — |
| 4 | Pikes Peak State College Colorado Springs Public | — | 2 | 21% | — | — |
| 5 | Colorado College Colorado Springs Private not-for-profit | — | 1 | 88% | $23,510 | — |
| 6 | Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver Public | — | 1 | 32% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Dance degrees in Colorado
Top 5 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Colorado Boulder Boulder Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 2 | Colorado State University - Fort Collins Fort Collins Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 3 | Colorado Mesa University Grand Junction Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 4 | Colorado College Colorado Springs Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
| 5 | Metropolitan State University of Denver Denver Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Colorado colleges offering Dance
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pikes Peak State College | Colorado Springs | Public | 2 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Dancers (SOC 27-2031).
Top skills
What Dancers earn in Colorado
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Dance programs in Colorado.
Which Colorado colleges award the most Dance degrees?+
University of Colorado Boulder (13 graduates a year), Colorado State University - Fort Collins (9 graduates a year) and Colorado Mesa University (2 graduates a year) award the most Dance degrees and certificates in Colorado, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 6 Colorado colleges offer Dance.
What is the focus of the Dance program?+
The Dance program is a part of the Visual and Performing Arts field, focusing on the study and practice of various dance forms. It caters to individuals passionate about movement, rhythm, and expression through dance, offering…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, critical thinking, monitoring, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Dancers?+
The national job outlook is about +4.5% growth with around 1,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A No formal educational credential is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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