by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Rutgers New Brunswick ranks among other schools offering degrees in dance.
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The bachelor's program at Rutgers New Brunswick was ranked #40 on College Factual's Best Schools for dance list. It is also ranked #1 in New Jersey.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Rutgers University - New Brunswick handed out 24 bachelor's degrees in dance. This is a decrease of 35% over the previous year when 37 degrees were handed out.
In 2021, 3 students received their master’s degree in dance from Rutgers New Brunswick. This makes it the #24 most popular school for dance master’s degree candidates in the country.
Dance majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Rutgers New Brunswick go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $20,229 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $21,579 for all dance students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Rutgers New Brunswick, dance students borrow a median amount of $26,879 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,000 for all dance majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the dance majors at Rutgers University - New Brunswick.
Of the 24 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in dance from Rutgers New Brunswick in 2021, 17% were men and 83% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a bachelor's in dance.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
All of the 3 students who graduated with a Master’s in dance from Rutgers New Brunswick in 2021 were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 100% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rutgers University - New Brunswick with a master's in dance.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 3 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music | 89 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 58 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 44 |
| Design & Applied Arts | 40 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 26 |
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