Best colleges for Dance in Michigan
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, Western Michigan University and Hope College award the most Dance degrees in Michigan: 21, 19 and 13 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 9 Michigan colleges offer Dance and award 88 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…
Top 4 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oakland University Rochester Hills Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $31,999 | 5 | 58% | — | $27,500 |
| 2 | Wayne State University Detroit Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $23,626 | 13 | 58% | — | $25,000 |
| 3 | Hope College Holland Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $23,050 | 13 | 80% | $21,746 | — |
| 4 | Western Michigan University Kalamazoo Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $21,540 | 19 | 58% | — | $27,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Dance degrees in Michigan
Top 9 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor Public | 21 | Not reported |
| 2 | Western Michigan University Kalamazoo Public | 19 | $21,540 |
| 3 | Hope College Holland Private not-for-profit | 13 | $23,050 |
| 4 | Wayne State University Detroit Public | 13 | $23,626 |
| 5 | Grand Valley State University Allendale Public | 8 | Not reported |
| 6 | Oakland University Rochester Hills Public | 5 | $31,999 |
| 7 | Alma College Alma Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 8 | Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 9 | Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti Public | 3 | Not reported |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Dancers (SOC 27-2031).
Top skills
What Dancers earn in Michigan
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Dance programs in Michigan.
Which Michigan colleges award the most Dance degrees?+
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor (21 graduates a year), Western Michigan University (19 graduates a year) and Hope College (13 graduates a year) award the most Dance degrees in Michigan, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 9 Michigan 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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