Best Dance Schools in Virginia

Virginia has 4 colleges offering Dance programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 68 recent graduates. Graduates in Virginia earn $21,514 on average within two years — 7% below the national average of $23,031. Lower cost of living or industry mix may explain the gap.

Schools in VA

$21,514

VA Avg. Earnings

$23,031

National Avg.

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Dance in Virginia

Public Schools (3)

$22,544

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$19,455

avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Virginia produce comparable or higher early earnings for Dance graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Dance Schools in Virginia, Ranked by Earnings

George Mason University

Fairfax, VA · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $20,382

Graduates: 30

Acceptance: 88.8%

Virginia Commonwealth University

Richmond, VA · Public

$24,035

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $19,193

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 93.1%

Radford University

Radford, VA · Public

$21,052

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 90.6%

Shenandoah University

Winchester, VA · Private

$19,455

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $23,306

Graduates: 16

Acceptance: 77.8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Dance in Virginia?

George Mason University ranks #1 for Dance in Virginia with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Dance programs in the state.

How much do Dance graduates earn in Virginia?

Dance graduates in Virginia earn an average of $21,514 within two years of graduation. This is 7% below the national average of $23,031 for this major.

What is the hardest Dance school to get into in Virginia?

Shenandoah University is the most selective Dance program in Virginia with an acceptance rate of 77.8%. The average acceptance rate across Dance programs in the state is 87.6%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Dance in Virginia?

In Virginia, private Dance programs produce average earnings of $19,455 vs $22,544 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Virginia

Computer Science $71,200 Industrial Engineering $70,628 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $69,947 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $69,803 Computer Engineering $69,212 Chemical Engineering $67,280 Computer and Information Sciences, General $64,785 Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $61,922

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.