Where DeSales University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all dance bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How DeSales University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeSales University | $20,611 | $26,974 | +31% |
| Muhlenberg College | $26,415 | $50,178 | +90% |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania | $19,681 | $35,714 | +81% |
| Point Park University | $17,781 | $27,186 | +53% |
| University of the Arts | $14,033 | $26,408 | +88% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Dance bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (18 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 DeSales UniversityCenter Valley | $44,800 | $20,611 | $26,974 | $27,000* | — |
 Muhlenberg CollegeAllentown | $60,240 | $26,415 | $50,178 | $27,000* | 1.02 |
 Slippery Rock University of PennsylvaniaSlippery Rock | $10,507 | $19,681 | $35,714 | $27,000* | 1.37 |
 Point Park UniversityPittsburgh | $38,160 | $17,781 | $27,186 | $27,000* | 1.52 |
 University of the ArtsPhiladelphia | $54,290 | $14,033 | $26,408 | $27,000* | 1.92 |
| National Median | — | $21,878 | — | $25,000* | 1.14 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with dance graduates
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At DeSales University, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.