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Dance Schools in New Jersey

92 students earned Dance degrees in New Jersey in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Dance is the 117th most popular major in the state out of a total 276 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Dance Majors in New Jersey

Dance majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 85
Master’s Degree 7

Gender Distribution

In New Jersey, a dance major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of dance majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 3.3%
  • Black or African American: 10.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.0%
  • White: 58.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.3%
  • Other Races: 10.9%
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Jobs for Dance Grads in New Jersey

2,450 people in the state and 109,120 in the nation are employed in jobs related to dance.

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Wages for Dance Jobs in New Jersey

In this state, dance grads earn an average of $55,680. Nationwide, they make an average of $53,560.

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There are 6 colleges in New Jersey that offer dance degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.39 years to graduate. 82% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The 4.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

The 2.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time.

#3

Rider University

Lawrenceville
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
4,636 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.70%. The full-time teacher rate is 43%. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,393 a year.

#4

Rowan University

Glassboro
7 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
19,678 Total Students

In their early career, Rowan grads earn an average salary of $47,699. Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
7,550 Total Students

98% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.87 years. In their early career, NJCU grads earn an average salary of $40,933.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
2,231 Total Students

97% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1. Graduates earn an average $38,566 after graduation.

Dance Careers in NJ

Some of the careers dance majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Dancers 14% $0
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 8% $75,310

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to dance.

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Fine & Studio Arts 765
Music 593
Design & Applied Arts 532
Drama & Theater Arts 210
General Visual & Performing Arts 180
Film, Video & Photographic Arts 179
Arts & Media Management 21
Other Visual Art 2

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