Compare 7 Dance. programs in Pennsylvania. Average earnings: $31,964.
The highest-earning Dance program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $26K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Muhlenberg College's Dance program leads with graduates earning $50,178—49% above the $32K state average. Slippery Rock University follows at $35,714, while Temple University rounds out the top three at $33,596. This variation tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Muhlenberg graduates borrow $25,455 and face a 12.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. However, when parent loans are included, all three top programs show high family burdens exceeding 40% of discretionary income.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Muhlenberg CollegePrivate | $50,178 | 26 | $25,455 | Manageable | $48,779 | High |
| #2 | $35,714 | 18 | $25,000 | High | $23,528 | High | |
| #3 | Temple UniversityPublic | $33,596 | 23 | $24,395 | High | $36,495 | High |
| #4 | Point Park UniversityPrivate | $27,186 | 74 | $27,000 | High | $24,041 | High |
| #5 | Desales UniversityPrivate | $26,974 | 8 | $25,788 | High | $33,790 | High |
| #6 | University Of The ArtsPrivate | $26,408 | 53 | $27,000 | High | $71,040 | High |
| #7 | Mercyhurst UniversityPrivate | $23,693 | 17 | $25,305 | High | $25,932 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
