by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how CSULB ranks among other schools offering degrees in dance.
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CSULB was ranked #23 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for dance majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #5 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, California State University - Long Beach handed out 41 bachelor's degrees in dance. This is an increase of 21% over the previous year when 34 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 16 students received their master’s degree in dance from CSULB. This makes it the #3 most popular school for dance master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of dance students who receive their bachelor's degree at CSULB is $21,620. This is higher than $21,579, which is the national median for all dance bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at CSULB, dance students borrow a median amount of $20,500 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all dance bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $26,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the dance majors at California State University - Long Beach.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 41 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in dance from CSULB. About 12% were men and 88% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Long Beach with a bachelor's in dance.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 18 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Of the 16 students who graduated with a Master’s in dance from CSULB in 2021, 19% were men and 81% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from California State University - Long Beach with a master's in dance.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 424 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 178 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 141 |
| Music | 129 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 81 |
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