Best colleges for Dance in Oklahoma
Ranked by graduate earnings
Oklahoma City University, University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus and Oral Roberts University award the most Dance degrees and certificates in Oklahoma: 24, 18 and 4 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 4 Oklahoma colleges offer Dance and award 48 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 2 institutions, 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 | Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $19,548 | 24 | 65% | $22,589 | $24,100 |
| 2 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $14,632 | 18 | 75% | — | $21,899 |
Colleges awarding the most Dance degrees in Oklahoma
Top 4 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 | Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City Private not-for-profit | 24 | $19,548 |
| 2 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman Public | 18 | $14,632 |
| 3 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 4 | University of Central Oklahoma Edmond Public | 2 | Not reported |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Dancers (SOC 27-2031).
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Dance programs in Oklahoma.
Which Oklahoma colleges award the most Dance degrees?+
Oklahoma City University (24 graduates a year), University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus (18 graduates a year) and Oral Roberts University (4 graduates a year) award the most Dance degrees and certificates in Oklahoma, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 4 Oklahoma colleges offer Dance.
Which Dance program in Oklahoma has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Oklahoma City University tops the list at $19,548. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
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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