by our College Data Analytics TeamIn 2020-2021, ballet was the 1,092 most popular major nationwide with 53 degrees awarded. This represents a 11.3% increase in ballet degrees awarded over the prior year's total of 47.
This year's Best Ballet Schools ranking compares 3 of them to identify the best overall programs in the country. Continue reading to check out one of our many unbiased rankings of ballet programs later in this article.
When studying Ballet, you’ll learn that talking to others to convey information effectively will help you be successful in a wide range of jobs. Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times and teaching others how to do something are all required skills for careers related to this major.
A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required for most ballet degree programs and many students will need a minimum GPA and SAT/ACT score depending on the school. Once you obtain your degree, additional ballet certifications required to pursue a career in this field.
Ballet degree levels vary. You can spend many years getting as high as a in ballet to something that takes less time like a . How long it takes to complete some common ballet degree levels is shown below.
| Degree | Credit Requirements | Typical Program Length |
|---|---|---|
| Associate Degree | 60-70 credits | 2 years |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 120 credits | 4 years |
| Master’s Degree | 50-70 credits | 1-3 years |
| Doctorate | Program required coursework including thesis or dissertation | At least 4 years |
A master's degree is the most common level of education achieved by those in careers related to ballet, with approximately 20.2% of workers getting one. People currently working in careers related to ballet tend obtained the following education levels.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 31.2% |
| Doctoral Degree | 18.0% |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 14.9% |
| High School Diploma | 13.6% |
| Less than a High School Diploma | 7.9% |
The chart below shows what degree level those who work in ballet have obtained.
The education level required is different depending on the ballet career you are seeking.
Want a job when you graduate with your ballet degree? Ballet careers are expected to grow 10.8% between 2016 and 2026.
The following options are some of the most in-demand careers related to ballet.
| Occupation Name | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Art, Drama, and Music Professors | 137,200 | 12.0% |
| Dancers | 14,100 | 4.4% |
| Choreographers | 7,100 | 2.9% |
As you might expect, salaries for ballet graduates vary depending on the level of education that was acquired.
Salaries for ballet graduates can vary widely by the occupation you choose as well. The following table shows the top highest paying careers ballet grads often go into.
| Occupation Name | Median Average Salary |
|---|---|
| Art, Drama, and Music Professors | $82,560 |
| Choreographers | $53,560 |
With over 8 different ballet degree programs to choose from, finding the best fit for you can be a challenge. Fortunately you have come to the right place. We have analyzed all of these schools to come up with hundreds of unbiased ballet school rankings to help you with this.
Ballet is one of 2 different types of Dance programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Dance | 3,148 |
| Other Dance | 87 |
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