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, and more. In addition, we cover how USC ranks in comparison to other schools with dance programs.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for dance majors, USC came in at #9. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #2 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Southern California handed out 21 bachelor's degrees in dance. This is an increase of 31% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at USC, dance students borrow a median amount of $15,875 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 University of Southern California.
Of the 21 dance students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from USC, about 52% were men and 48% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Southern California with a bachelor's in dance.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 310 |
| Music | 182 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 175 |
| Arts & Media Management | 111 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 82 |
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