Best colleges for Dance in Pennsylvania
Ranked by graduate earnings
Point Park University, Temple University and Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania award the most Dance degrees in Pennsylvania: 76, 33 and 14 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 14 Pennsylvania colleges offer Dance and award 170 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 | Point Park University Pittsburgh Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $17,781 | 76 | 59% | $23,704 | $27,000 |
| 2 | Muhlenberg College Allentown Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $26,415 | 8 | 82% | $23,111 | $27,000 |
| 3 | DeSales University Center Valley Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $20,611 | 6 | 72% | $26,990 | — |
| 4 | Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $19,681 | 14 | 66% | — | $27,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Dance degrees in Pennsylvania
Top 10 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 | Point Park University Pittsburgh Private not-for-profit | 76 | $17,781 |
| 2 | Temple University Philadelphia Public | 33 | Not reported |
| 3 | Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock Public | 14 | $19,681 |
| 4 | Muhlenberg College Allentown Private not-for-profit | 8 | $26,415 |
| 5 | Drexel University Philadelphia Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 6 | Mercyhurst University Erie Private not-for-profit | 7 | Not reported |
| 7 | DeSales University Center Valley Private not-for-profit | 6 | $20,611 |
| 8 | Seton Hill University Greensburg Private not-for-profit | 6 | Not reported |
| 9 | Swarthmore College Swarthmore Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 10 | Bucks County Community College Newtown Public | 3 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 4 Pennsylvania colleges offering Dance
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin and Marshall College | Lancaster | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Ursinus College | Collegeville | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Dickinson College | Carlisle | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| La Roche University | Pittsburgh | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Dancers (SOC 27-2031).
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Dance programs in Pennsylvania.
Which Pennsylvania colleges award the most Dance degrees?+
Point Park University (76 graduates a year), Temple University (33 graduates a year) and Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania (14 graduates a year) award the most Dance degrees in Pennsylvania, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 14 Pennsylvania colleges offer Dance.
Which Dance program in Pennsylvania has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Point Park University tops the list at $17,781. 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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