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. We've also included details on how Towson ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in dance.
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The bachelor's program at Towson was ranked #78 on College Factual's Best Schools for dance list. It is also ranked #2 in Maryland.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Towson University handed out 11 bachelor's degrees in dance. This is a decrease of 31% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of dance students who receive their bachelor's degree at Towson is $19,803. This is less than $21,579, which is the national median of all dance majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Towson, dance students borrow a median amount of $25,000 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 Towson University.
All of the 11 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in dance from Towson in 2021 were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 55% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Towson University with a bachelor's in dance.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 6 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Fine & Studio Arts | 148 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 36 |
| Music | 34 |
| Other Visual Art | 9 |
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