Major · Visual and Performing Arts
Dance, Other
Any instructional program in dance not listed above.
- Schools offering
- 11
- Annual completions
- 80
- Typical degree level
- Associate's + Bachelor's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $42k
About this major
Any instructional program in dance not listed above.
Section 3 · Careers
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary | $80k | +1.7% | Master's degree |
| Dancers | — | +4.5% | No formal educational credential |
| Choreographers | $56k | +6.1% | High school diploma or equivalent |
Section 4 · Earnings
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$42k
Section 6 · Where to study
Top colleges for Dance, Other
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Musical and Dramatic Academy | New York, NY | 0 | 28 | 28 |
| Western Michigan University | Kalamazoo, MI | 0 | 13 | 13 |
| Brigham Young University | Provo, UT | 0 | 12 | 12 |
| Marymount Manhattan College | New York, NY | 0 | 11 | 11 |
| Drexel University | Philadelphia, PA | 0 | 7 | 7 |
| Central Michigan University | Mount Pleasant, MI | 0 | 5 | 5 |
| Palomar College | San Marcos, CA | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Glendale Community College | Glendale, CA | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Youngstown State University | Youngstown, OH | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Coker University | Hartsville, SC | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Section 7 · Explore sideways
Related majors to explore
Section 9 · Frequently asked
Common questions
What can I do with a Dance, Other degree?
Graduates commonly pursue careers such as Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary, Dancers, Choreographers.
Is a Dance, Other associate's enough, or do I need a bachelor's?
Both credentials exist. The associate's is typically faster and cheaper; the bachelor's unlocks higher-earning roles. See our earnings table above.
How many colleges offer Dance, Other?
11 colleges offered this major in the most recent IPEDS year, graduating about 80 students a year combined.