2026 Best Value Dance Bachelor’s Degree Schools
Looking for the best-value Dance bachelor’s degree programs in the United States? This list ranks 364 colleges by value — the balance of cost and student outcomes, using our 2026 methodology. Our scores reflect factors such as tuition, student debt, and post-graduation earnings to surface the strongest return on investment.
So you can compare your options, Course Advisor reviewed schools to build this 2026 value ranking, drawing primarily on U.S. Department of Education data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). View our full ranking methodology.
Top 25 Best-Value Dance Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the United States
Here are the top-ranked schools for value:
Our analysis found Brigham Young University Idaho to be the best-value Dance school in the United States. This private not-for-profit school is set in Rexburg, ID. In-state tuition and fees run about $4,800. Graduates carry a median of $13,287 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $53,406. Set against $13,287 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 96%. Read the full report on Brigham Young University Idaho
A rank of #2 makes Brigham Young University Provo one of the best values in the United States. This private not-for-profit school is set in Provo, UT. In-state tuition and fees run about $6,688. Typical Dance student debt is $12,184. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $75,790. Set against $12,184 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 68%. More on Brigham Young University Provo
A rank of #3 makes West Texas A And M University one of the best values in the United States. This public school is set in Canyon, TX. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,101, with out-of-state students paying around $10,996. Graduates carry a median of $22,333 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $50,741 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 99%. More on West Texas A And M University
You'll get strong value at Youngstown State University, which ranked #4 this year. Youngstown State University is a public school based in Youngstown, OH. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,926, compared with $10,286 for out-of-state students. The median Dance program debt is $26,373. Graduates go on to earn a median of $41,544 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,373 median debt. Youngstown State University admits about 84% of applicants. More on Youngstown State University
The strong cost-to-outcome balance at Slippery Rock University Of Pennsylvania earned it the #5 place in the United States. Slippery Rock University Of Pennsylvania is a public school based in Slippery Rock, PA. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,568, with out-of-state students paying around $14,676. The median Dance program debt is $27,000. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $53,032. That is a strong return on a $27,000 median debt. Slippery Rock University Of Pennsylvania has an acceptance rate of 72%. Read the full report on Slippery Rock University Of Pennsylvania
University Of Southern Mississippi ranked #6 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. University Of Southern Mississippi is a public school based in Hattiesburg, MS. In-state tuition and fees run about $9,998, compared with $11,998 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $25,415 in student loans. University Of Southern Mississippi alumni report median earnings of $44,140 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 99% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full University Of Southern Mississippi report
University Of Sacred Heart offered strong value this year, earning the #7 position. University Of Sacred Heart is a private not-for-profit school based in Santurce, PR. In-state tuition and fees average $6,410. The median Dance program debt is $14,493. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $31,754. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 58% of applicants are accepted. Read the full report on University Of Sacred Heart
University Of Wisconsin Stevens Point ranked #8 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. University Of Wisconsin Stevens Point is a public school based in Stevens Point, WI. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,228, with out-of-state students paying around $18,248. University Of Wisconsin Stevens Point Dance students take on a median of $26,000 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $52,021. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Wisconsin Stevens Point admits about 92% of applicants. Read more about University Of Wisconsin Stevens Point
Texas State University San Marcos ranked #9 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. This public school is set in San Marcos, TX. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $11,450, compared with $22,930 for out-of-state students. The median Dance program debt is $22,500. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $56,906. That is a strong return on a $22,500 median debt. The acceptance rate is 89%. See the full Texas State University San Marcos profile
Texas Womans University offered strong value this year, earning the #10 position. Based in Denton, TX, Texas Womans University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,640, with out-of-state students paying around $18,480. The median Dance program debt is $21,953. Graduates go on to earn a median of $56,544 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $21,953 median debt. Texas Womans University admits about 96% of applicants. More on Texas Womans University
University Of Akron Main Campus ranked #10 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Located in Akron, OH, University Of Akron Main Campus is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $13,135, with out-of-state students paying around $20,815. Typical Dance student debt is $25,347. University Of Akron Main Campus alumni report median earnings of $46,600 a decade after entry. Set against $25,347 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 60% of applicants are accepted. See the full University Of Akron Main Campus profile
Minnesota State University Mankato ranked #12 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Based in Mankato, MN, Minnesota State University Mankato is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,572, compared with $18,942 for out-of-state students. Minnesota State University Mankato Dance students take on a median of $27,000 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $56,922 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $27,000 median debt. Minnesota State University Mankato admits about 88% of applicants. More on Minnesota State University Mankato
Lindenwood University came in at #13 in this year's value ranking. Located in Saint Charles, MO, Lindenwood University is a private not-for-profit institution. Students from in state pay about $21,600 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $28,663 to complete their Dance program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $53,278. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Lindenwood University admits about 57% of applicants. More on Lindenwood University
Western Michigan University ranked #14 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Based in Kalamazoo, MI, Western Michigan University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $15,987, while out-of-state students pay about $19,952. The median Dance program debt is $27,000. Western Michigan University alumni report median earnings of $53,562 a decade after entry. Set against $27,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 85% of applicants are accepted. Get the full Western Michigan University report
San Jose State University landed the #15 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in San Jose, CA, San Jose State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $8,410 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $21,010. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $78,988. San Jose State University has an acceptance rate of 85%. Read the full report on San Jose State University
Grand Valley State University landed the #16 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Allendale, MI, Grand Valley State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $15,502, compared with $21,894 for out-of-state students. Typical Dance student debt is $26,378. Grand Valley State University alumni report median earnings of $56,118 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,378 median debt. The acceptance rate is 83%. See the full Grand Valley State University profile
University Of South Florida Main Campus landed the #17 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Tampa, FL, University Of South Florida Main Campus is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $6,410, compared with $17,324 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $24,545 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $57,743. That is a strong return on a $24,545 median debt. About 43% of those who apply are admitted. See the full University Of South Florida Main Campus profile
Sam Houston State University landed the #18 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Huntsville, TX, Sam Houston State University is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,228, with out-of-state students paying around $19,068. The median Dance program debt is $26,000. Median earnings reach $54,211 ten years out. Set against $26,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Sam Houston State University has an acceptance rate of 90%. Read more about Sam Houston State University
Bridgewater State University placed #19 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. Set in Bridgewater, MA, Bridgewater State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $11,734, with out-of-state students paying around $17,874. Typical Dance student debt is $26,632. Graduates go on to earn a median of $57,466 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,632 median debt. The acceptance rate is 88%. Get the full Bridgewater State University report
University Of North Carolina At Charlotte landed the #20 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Charlotte, NC, University Of North Carolina At Charlotte is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $7,239 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $22,492. Typical Dance student debt is $26,625. Graduates go on to earn a median of $57,289 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 80% of applicants are accepted. See the full University Of North Carolina At Charlotte profile
The University Of Texas Pan American offered strong value this year, earning the #21 position. Located in Edinburg, TX, The University Of Texas Pan American is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $9,799 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $19,645. Typical Dance student debt is $14,694. Median earnings reach $49,620 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $14,694 median debt. The acceptance rate is 94%. See the full The University Of Texas Pan American profile
Texas Tech University offered strong value this year, earning the #22 position. Set in Lubbock, TX, Texas Tech University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $11,852, compared with $24,157 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $24,271 to complete their Dance program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $62,454. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Texas Tech University has an acceptance rate of 73%. See the full Texas Tech University profile
Florida State University landed the #23 spot for value in the United States this year. Florida State University is a public school based in Tallahassee, FL. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $6,517, with out-of-state students paying around $21,683. Students borrow a median of $21,706 to complete their Dance program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $61,675. Set against $21,706 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 24% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Florida State University report
Eastern Michigan University ranked #24 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Eastern Michigan University is a public school based in Ypsilanti, MI. Students from in state pay about $16,990 in tuition and fees. Eastern Michigan University Dance students take on a median of $28,781 in debt. Median earnings reach $51,793 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 80% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about Eastern Michigan University
Cuny Lehman College landed the #24 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Bronx, NY, Cuny Lehman College is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $7,410, while out-of-state students pay about $15,360. Typical Dance student debt is $11,994. Graduates go on to earn a median of $58,013 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 57% of applicants are accepted. See the full Cuny Lehman College profile
Rest of the Top 50 Best-Value Dance Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the United States
These schools also delivered strong value this year:
University Of Houston landed the #26 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Houston, TX, University Of Houston is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,717, while out-of-state students pay about $22,547. The median Dance program debt is $21,255. Graduates go on to earn a median of $62,377 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Houston admits about 74% of applicants. Read the full report on University Of Houston
California State University Fullerton landed the #27 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Fullerton, CA, California State University Fullerton is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $7,470, with out-of-state students paying around $20,070. Graduates carry a median of $25,000 in student loans. California State University Fullerton alumni report median earnings of $62,951 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. California State University Fullerton admits about 90% of applicants. More on California State University Fullerton
Grand Canyon University landed the #28 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Phoenix, AZ, Grand Canyon University is a private for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $18,508. The median Dance program debt is $30,027. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $42,186. That is a strong return on a $30,027 median debt. Grand Canyon University has an acceptance rate of 79%. Get the full Grand Canyon University report
California State University Long Beach ranked #29 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Set in Long Beach, CA, California State University Long Beach is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $7,374, while out-of-state students pay about $19,974. Students borrow a median of $20,500 to complete their Dance program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $64,403. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. California State University Long Beach admits about 46% of applicants. Get the full California State University Long Beach report
Weber State University ranked #29 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. This public school is set in Ogden, UT. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $6,557, compared with $17,545 for out-of-state students. Typical Dance student debt is $19,176. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $56,287. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Get the full Weber State University report
Stephen F Austin State University offered strong value this year, earning the #31 position. Based in Nacogdoches, TX, Stephen F Austin State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $11,128 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $20,968. Graduates carry a median of $31,000 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $49,634. Set against $31,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Stephen F Austin State University has an acceptance rate of 94%. Read the full report on Stephen F Austin State University
Suny College At Brockport came in at #32 in this year's value ranking. Based in Brockport, NY, Suny College At Brockport is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $8,752 in tuition and fees, compared with $15,822 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $24,190 to complete their Dance program here. Suny College At Brockport alumni report median earnings of $54,496 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $24,190 median debt. The acceptance rate is 71%. Read the full report on Suny College At Brockport
University Of Georgia offered strong value this year, earning the #33 position. Set in Athens, GA, University Of Georgia is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $11,450, compared with $31,688 for out-of-state students. Typical Dance student debt is $21,792. Graduates go on to earn a median of $68,726 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 38%. Read the full report on University Of Georgia
University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee offered strong value this year, earning the #34 position. This public school is set in Milwaukee, WI. In-state tuition and fees average $10,398, while out-of-state students pay about $22,398. Typical Dance student debt is $26,000. University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee alumni report median earnings of $54,990 a decade after entry. Set against $26,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 91%. Get the full University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee report
Valdosta State University came in at #35 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Valdosta, GA. In-state tuition and fees run about $6,124, with out-of-state students paying around $17,836. Students borrow a median of $28,661 to complete their Dance program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $49,361. That is a strong return on a $28,661 median debt. About 72% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Valdosta State University
Suny At Fredonia placed #36 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. Suny At Fredonia is a public school based in Fredonia, NY. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,831, while out-of-state students pay about $19,771. Suny At Fredonia Dance students take on a median of $25,806 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $54,247. Set against $25,806 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Suny At Fredonia profile
University Of North Texas landed the #36 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Denton, TX, University Of North Texas is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $11,309, with out-of-state students paying around $21,149. Graduates carry a median of $24,000 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $57,010 ten years after entry. Set against $24,000 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. University Of North Texas has an acceptance rate of 72%. See the full University Of North Texas profile
University Of Nebraska Lincoln placed #36 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. This public school is set in Lincoln, NE. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,434, while out-of-state students pay about $28,584. Graduates carry a median of $22,386 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $56,887 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. University Of Nebraska Lincoln has an acceptance rate of 88%. See the full University Of Nebraska Lincoln profile
Cuny Hunter College came in at #39 in this year's value ranking. Based in New York, NY, Cuny Hunter College is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $7,382, with out-of-state students paying around $15,332. Students borrow a median of $11,091 to complete their Dance program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $63,163 ten years after entry. Set against $11,091 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Cuny Hunter College admits about 54% of applicants. More on Cuny Hunter College
San Francisco State University offered strong value this year, earning the #40 position. This public school is set in San Francisco, CA. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $7,846, compared with $20,446 for out-of-state students. The median Dance program debt is $17,024. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $68,077. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 96% of applicants are accepted. More on San Francisco State University
Cleveland State University ranked #41 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Located in Cleveland, OH, Cleveland State University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $12,982 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $18,502. The median Dance program debt is $26,336. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $52,131. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Cleveland State University admits about 91% of applicants. Read the full report on Cleveland State University
Arizona State University placed #42 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. Set in Tempe, AZ, Arizona State University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $12,223, with out-of-state students paying around $33,139. Arizona State University Dance students take on a median of $23,393 in debt. Arizona State University alumni report median earnings of $62,668 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 90% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Arizona State University profile
University Of Cincinnati Main Campus placed #43 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. This public school is set in Cincinnati, OH. Students from in state pay about $13,363 in tuition and fees, compared with $28,697 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $23,530 to complete their Dance program here. University Of Cincinnati Main Campus alumni report median earnings of $54,810 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $23,530 median debt. University Of Cincinnati Main Campus admits about 85% of applicants. More on University Of Cincinnati Main Campus
San Diego State University placed #44 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. This public school is set in San Diego, CA. In-state tuition and fees average $8,728, with out-of-state students paying around $21,328. San Diego State University Dance students take on a median of $16,417 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $64,909. That is a strong return on a $16,417 median debt. San Diego State University has an acceptance rate of 36%. More on San Diego State University
Rowan University ranked #45 on our 2026 list of the best-value Dance schools. Located in Glassboro, NJ, Rowan University is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $16,574 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $26,932. Students borrow a median of $24,488 to complete their Dance program here. Rowan University alumni report median earnings of $59,988 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 78%. Read the full report on Rowan University
University Of Florida placed #46 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. This public school is set in Gainesville, FL. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $6,381, compared with $28,659 for out-of-state students. Typical Dance student debt is $16,500. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $71,588. That is a strong return on a $16,500 median debt. The acceptance rate is 24%. See the full University Of Florida profile
Western Washington University placed #47 among the best-value Dance schools in the United States. Located in Bellingham, WA, Western Washington University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $9,582, compared with $28,707 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $20,361 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $62,569 ten years after entry. Set against $20,361 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 93% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Western Washington University report
University Of Oklahoma Norman Campus landed the #48 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Norman, OK, University Of Oklahoma Norman Campus is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,797, while out-of-state students pay about $27,377. Typical Dance student debt is $21,899. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $63,126. That is a strong return on a $21,899 median debt. The acceptance rate is 77%. See the full University Of Oklahoma Norman Campus profile
University Of Iowa landed the #49 spot for value in the United States this year. University Of Iowa is a public school based in Iowa City, IA. In-state tuition and fees average $11,283, with out-of-state students paying around $33,371. Graduates carry a median of $24,375 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $64,762 ten years after entry. Set against $24,375 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 84% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about University Of Iowa
The University Of Texas At El Paso offered strong value this year, earning the #50 position. Based in El Paso, TX, The University Of Texas At El Paso is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $9,544, compared with $25,502 for out-of-state students. Students borrow a median of $19,819 to complete their Dance program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $50,923. That is a strong return on a $19,819 median debt. The acceptance rate is 100%. See the full The University Of Texas At El Paso profile
Related Dance Value Rankings
See value rankings for other degree levels:
- Best Value Dance Schools (All Levels)
- Best Value Dance Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Dance Undergraduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Dance Associate’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Dance Graduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Dance Master’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Dance Doctoral Degree Schools
Ranking Methodology & Notes
The ranking above is published by Course Advisor (DMS_RANKING_2023), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment — drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · Scope: Nation. *Averages shown above reflect the top 364 ranked schools only.
References
- Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) — National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education (core institutional data).
- College Scorecard — U.S. Department of Education (graduate earnings and outcomes data).
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