Dance at Mercyhurst University
If you are interested in studying Dance, consider the program at Mercyhurst University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Mercyhurst University sits in Erie, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 15 dance graduations were recorded at Mercyhurst University.
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Online Class Availability at Mercyhurst University
Many students take online classes at Mercyhurst University. Of 2,632 students, 191 (7%) studied exclusively online and 668 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Dance Rankings at Mercyhurst University
Rankings can help you compare Mercyhurst University’s Dance program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #61 of 97 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 97 |
Earnings for Dance Graduates from Mercyhurst University
Graduates of Mercyhurst University’s Dance program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $18,707 |
| 2 years | $23,693 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Dance graduates from Mercyhurst University is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Dance graduates at Mercyhurst University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Dance graduates at Mercyhurst University are 100% women (15) and 0% men (0).
Dance Bachelor’s Program at Mercyhurst University
Among the 15 bachelor’s dance degrees awarded at Mercyhurst University, 100% were women (15) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Dance bachelor’s degree recipients at Mercyhurst University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 20% of Dance bachelor’s degree recipients at Mercyhurst University, below the national average of 37%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Dance Concentrations at Mercyhurst University
The Dance program at Mercyhurst University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Dance | 15 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Dance Graduates
Students who finish Dance program at Mercyhurst University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Dance majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Choreographers | $109,380 |
| Dancers | $74,180 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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