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Best Dance Schools in California

California has 6 colleges offering Dance programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 107 recent graduates. Graduates earn $22,567 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $23,031.

School choice matters significantly: University of California-Riverside graduates earn $35,600 while California Institute of the Arts graduates earn $15,182 — a $20,418 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

6
Schools in CA
$22,567
CA Avg. Earnings
$23,031
National Avg.
74
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Dance in California

Public Schools (4)
$25,191
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (2)
$17,319
avg. 2yr earnings

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

Dance Schools in California, Ranked by Earnings

#1
U

University of California-Riverside

Riverside, CA · Public

$35,600
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 63.3%
#2
U

University of California-Irvine

Irvine, CA · Public

$28,236
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $22,184
Graduates: 28
Acceptance: 25.6%
#3
C

California State University-Fullerton

Fullerton, CA · Public

$20,140
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 86.7%
#4
C

Chapman University

Orange, CA · Private

$19,455
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $18,093
Graduates: 25
Acceptance: 55.6%
#5
C

California State University-Long Beach

Long Beach, CA · Public

$16,786
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $21,620
Graduates: 38
Acceptance: 47.1%
#6
C

California Institute of the Arts

Valencia, CA · Private

$15,182
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $22,773
Graduates: 16
Acceptance: 25.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Dance in California?
University of California-Riverside ranks #1 for Dance in California with median graduate earnings of $35,600 within two years of graduation. There are 6 schools offering Dance programs in the state.
How much do Dance graduates earn in California?
Dance graduates in California earn an average of $22,567 within two years of graduation. This is 2% below the national average of $23,031 for this major.
What is the hardest Dance school to get into in California?
University of California-Irvine is the most selective Dance program in California with an acceptance rate of 25.6%. The average acceptance rate across Dance programs in the state is 50.7%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Dance in California?
In California, private Dance programs produce average earnings of $17,319 vs $25,191 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 2 private options in the state.

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.