Dance at Messiah University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Dance bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Messiah University | $19,681* | — | $27,000* | — |
| Muhlenberg College | $26,415* | $50,178 | $27,000* | 1.02 |
| DeSales University | $20,611* | $26,974 | —* | — |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania | $19,681* | $35,714 | $27,000* | 1.37 |
| Point Park University | $17,781* | $27,186 | $27,000* | 1.52 |
| University of the Arts | $14,033* | $26,408 | $27,000* | 1.92 |
| National Median | $21,878* | — | $25,000* | 1.14 |
Other Dance Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muhlenberg College Allentown | $60,240 | $26,415 | $27,000 |
| DeSales University Center Valley | $44,800 | $20,611 | — |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $10,507 | $19,681 | $27,000 |
| Point Park University Pittsburgh | $38,160 | $17,781 | $27,000 |
| University of the Arts Philadelphia | $54,290 | $14,033 | $27,000 |
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 Messiah University, approximately 20% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in PA. Actual outcomes may vary.