Compare 8 Dance. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $36,240.
The highest-earning Dance program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $23K earnings gap across 8 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Southern Methodist University's Dance program leads with graduates earning $49,423, closely followed by Texas State University at $49,264. The average across Texas programs is $36,240, but these top performers demonstrate that individual program strength matters more than overall university reputation in driving career outcomes.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Southern Methodist graduates borrow $19,500 and face just a 10% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Texas Woman's University offers the best family value with a 19.1% combined burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $49,423 | 12 | $19,500 | Good | $40,025 | High | |
| #2 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $49,264 | 49 | $21,000 | Good | $22,500 | Challenging |
| #3 | Texas Woman's UniversityPublic | $47,513 | 23 | $19,218 | Good | $13,471 | Challenging |
| #4 | $33,340 | 16 | $23,409 | High | $18,080 | High | |
| #5 | $28,960 | 18 | $19,250 | High | $23,211 | High | |
| #6 | Texas Christian UniversityPrivate | $27,439 | 13 | $21,500 | High | $54,925 | High |
| #7 | $27,085 | 22 | $21,983 | High | $19,433 | High | |
| #8 | $26,896 | 13 | $20,500 | High | $26,632 | 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 →
