by our College Data Analytics Team
[Dance](/majors/visual-and-performing-arts/dance/) is a field worth comparing on the balance of cost and outcomes. A high-value program keeps cost low while graduates go on to earn well.
College Factual analyzed 8 schools to build this 2026 ranking of the best value dance schools.
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Below are the schools that deliver the strongest value in dance, balancing cost against outcomes.
Utah Valley University earned the #1 spot for value among dance schools in Utah. Utah Valley University is a very large public school located in the city of Orem. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $6,507, while out-of-state students pay about $18,489. Dance graduates carry a median of $16,478 in student loans. Early-career dance graduates make about $51,242. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value.
A rank of #2 makes University Of Utah one of the best values for dance. Set in the city of Salt Lake City, University Of Utah is a very large public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,620, while out-of-state students pay about $30,860. Dance graduates carry a median of $17,269 in student loans. Soon after graduation, dance degree recipients from University Of Utah generally make around $24,125. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 86%.
Brigham Young University Provo is a great value for students pursuing a degree in dance, landing the #3 spot this year. Brigham Young University Provo is a very large private not-for-profit school located in the city of Provo. Students from in state pay about $6,688 in tuition and fees. Typical student debt for dance graduates is $12,184. Early-career dance graduates make about $54,507. Set against $12,184 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 68% of applicants are accepted.
The ranking above is published by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2026 edition. Schools are scored on 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 · 8 schools evaluated.
*Averages shown above reflect the top 3 ranked schools only.
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