2024 Best Colleges with Dance Degrees in Pennsylvania

• Swarthmore, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.62 out of 5  424 reviews

Alum: Life changing. Not only because of the quality of professors and the teacher to student ratio, but because the student body is so extraordinary. Living with and around people who are major achievers rubs off on you. Being there raised my standards 1000% because that is what I had to do just to keep up. And that habit stayed with me for the rest of my life. It produced a wonderful, successful life and work experience. Proud to be a Swattie!... Read 424 reviews

• grade A+

• Acceptance rate 8%

• Net price $19,733

• SAT range 1430-1560

• University Park, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.89 out of 5  7,467 reviews

Alum: I love nearly everything about this school! The sports are great, there are major entertainment events, art and religion are honored, there are over 1,000 student organizations, and I have had incredible professors consistently throughout my years (although peers in other majors did not always say this). In the area, there is hiking, skiing, several summer festivals, several thrift stores, and a high proportion of restaurants with different ethnic cuisines. Recommendation for change are prioritizing updates to dorm buildings and increasing accessibility to groceries downtown, as this is where a large number of students live (without their cars). It has many international students, but is otherwise limited in diversity. It mostly reflects the state/region, so I do not see this as something that necessarily needs to change.... Read 7,467 reviews

• grade A

• Acceptance rate 56%

• Net price $26,151

• SAT range 1160-1360

• Philadelphia, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.6 out of 5  3,135 reviews

Sophomore: I would say the only downside is that you have to be pretty headstrong about your college career decisions. Especially with the Cooperative Education at Drexel, you are expected to stay ahead of the curve and be ready for the workforce, simultaneously keeping advisors and professors in the loop about exactly how you need to organise your classes. The great thing about it applies to students who know how to go out and get what they’re looking for and are self-reliant. I recommend making friends with your professors and being willing to work outside of the bounds of Drexel, because the system is pretty good at following your lead!... Read 3,135 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 83%

• Net price $26,076

• SAT range 1210-1410

• Carlisle, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  692 reviews

Alum: As a science major, I enjoyed the close connections I was able to forge with professors and classmates at a small school. The ability to lead & design research projects while in undergrad was something I know I would not have gotten at a big school! I also loved the number of clubs and groups available on campus and I was able to try out new activities and skills I wouldn't have otherwise - like camping and volleyball. The school is pretty isolated so you will have to make most of your own fun on campus if you don't have a car. Carlisle is cute thought! By senior year, it was feeling quite small socially.... Read 692 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 48%

• Net price $20,913

• SAT range 1190-1365

• Philadelphia, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.69 out of 5  5,764 reviews

Senior: I LOVE Temple University! Most of my professors have been nice, fair, knowledgeable and even passionate about what they teach. Temple has a gym on campus, which offers group fitness classes including yoga, cycling, and meditation, included in tuition fees. The healthcare I received on campus has always been stellar. The Disability Resource Services offered have been stellar, and the 24-hour TECH Center is a pleasure to spend days in while studying and working on projects. Temple has an app now where you can request a chaperoned walk home in person or virtually, as well as a nightly shuttle that circulates around the edges of campus for those in off-campus housing. Our Marching Band was one of my favorite extra curriculars offering an annual stipend when you join and you get to perform synchronized dances to pop songs at home games on Philly Eagles turf at the LINC. Temple has a strong community feel that makes you want to wear Temple gear and represent no matter your niche. GO OWLS!... Read 5,764 reviews

• grade A minus

• Acceptance rate 72%

• Net price $23,224

• SAT range 1010-1230

• Allentown, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.55 out of 5  500 reviews

Freshman: Muhlenberg has been an AWESOME place for me and my peers to thrive. There are so many different types of people and it makes talking to new people easier. By connecting with people of other cultures, ethnicities, and experiences you become more well-rounded. It's a welcoming community where you're bound to make friends with like-minded students. I would recommend visiting or checking out Muhlenberg College to see if it's the place for you!... Read 500 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 68%

• Net price $30,920

• SAT range 1200-1370

• Lancaster, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.65 out of 5  875 reviews

Alum: I had a wonderful experience at F&M and I miss it a lot! The campus is beautiful. The people are nice and it really does feel like a global campus. I liked the close relationships with professors and small classes. I was a tour guide so I got a lot of questions about what makes F&M special. For me, it was the size, location, the feeling of safety, and the great academics but laid-back atmosphere. I got into all the graduate schools I applied and I got a full scholarship to my current grad school.... Read 875 reviews

• grade B+

• Acceptance rate 38%

• Net price $26,316

• SAT range 1200-1420

• Slippery Rock, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.68 out of 5  1,587 reviews

Junior: Slippery Rock has been an amazing college so far and I have enjoyed my time here. I transferred into their program as a second-semester sophomore. They worked with me to accept and transfer all of my existing credits and provided me with two scholarships for my first year. Their campus accommodations including food, housing, and leisure have been diverse and easily accessible. I would love for Slippery Rock to provide more parking. They also have extensive on-campus healthcare options, and a gym for wellness opportunities. Due to the size of the campus, it is easy to make friends and interact with teachers on a one-on-one basis. However, the campus is still large enough that there's always someone new to meet, and the ability to avoid people you don't like! For a state school, the price point is perfect and I've loved my time here so far.... Read 1,587 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 79%

• Net price $12,364

• SAT range 970-1170

• Mechanicsburg, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.64 out of 5  1,288 reviews

Senior: It is a christian university and there are many great things about it. However, many of the students who attend lack maturity and it can be disappointing when trying to find good christian relationships. Despite this, there are some great things on campus. Including prayer group and powerhouse. As far as the majors, I have experience in 6 different majors. The Bible program can be intense but it is good. Our music major is okay, but definitely more band focused than choir. Our business and athletic departments are both amazing and I have loved every moment and interaction in these departments. I have also heard wonderful things about our nursing department from friends but I personally am not a part of it. Overall, it is a good school, but if you are a conservative, be prepared for a lot of left wing views. Especially when it comes to study abroad, it is a great program but do not even consider it if you are not vaccinated for covid. Good luck choosing a school and God bless!... Read 1,288 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 77%

• Net price $23,895

• SAT range 1100-1340

• Newtown, PA•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  521 reviews

Graduate Student: Overall, I enjoyed my time at Bucks County Community College. I started as an engineering major, which ended up being a mistake. The prerequisites are very tedious and redundant and most of the STEM teachers are not good at their job. They were all great people but just did not know how to teach students. Once I changed my major to Film Production, I had a much better experience with much better teachers. I think the biggest thing I think should be done differently is allowing students more freedom in classes and how/when they take them. The best part was how friendly all of the staff were.... Read 521 reviews

• grade B

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,062

• SAT range —

• Monaca, PA•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 4.03 out of 5  205 reviews

Sophomore: CCBC is great. The counseling department and all staff really want you to succeed! They all seem to truly care about each student as an individual. When I was having a lot of trouble personally, financially and academically the counseling staff and professors did everything they could to help me work through it and come out on top! They have tons of resources for students from financial aid to tutoring and everything in between.... Read 205 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $5,900

• SAT range —

• Center Valley, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  572 reviews

Freshman: Desales is an incredibly warm and welcome place! As someone who values close connections and a community-feel for their college, I sincerely admire Desales University's dedication to integration, volunteering, philanthropy, academic achievement, and personal growth and success. Both administration, faculty, and leading student officials truly focus on their students well-being and success, and never fail to make themselves available. Desales is a wonderful and inspiring school!... Read 572 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 78%

• Net price $27,965

• SAT range 1080-1260

• Pittsburgh, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.53 out of 5  327 reviews

Senior: La Roche is a nice school, especially to keep up with your faith. Very diverse university with students around the world such as the Caribbean, Rwanda, Ethiopia, and Saudi Arabia (just to name a few). There are a community of coaches, Academic Support Services, and professors who all are willing to help you if you put forth the effort. From writing papers to finding internships, the La Roche Community gave me the support I needed to achieve academically and socially, as it provides that sense of family away from family.... Read 327 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 98%

• Net price $23,334

• SAT range 930-1160

• Blue Bell, PA•

• 2 Year

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  623 reviews

Sophomore: I am going to be a second-year student at Montgomery County Community College this semester at the Blue Bell campus. In-person, the faculty is extremely welcoming and the quality of learning is great! I struggle with anxiety yet nobody made me feel uncomfortable or that I was out-of-place. The professors are extremely understanding and are willing to work with you if you ever need assistance. Unfortunately, I couldn't say the same for the online classes. I took summer classes this year and it was very difficult. The professors were not easy to contact and the workload was hard to manage. However, despite these challenges, the students in my classes were very helpful. We had the same issues most of the time and we worked through them together. Overall, I would recommend enrolling here because I had mostly positive experiences and I learned a lot of valuable information. I also pay a fraction of the price that I would at a four-year school.... Read 623 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 100%

• Net price $7,093

• SAT range —

• Indiana, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  2,712 reviews

Sophomore: I wanted independence and time alone to spend doing the things I wanted, figuring out who I am and what I want to do when I came to IUP. Since I always wanted to travel and explore different places my decision of choosing IUP wasn’t regrettable. While being alone for the first time was overwhelming and brought with it many responsibilities, I slowly began to enjoy doing those tasks as it kept me busy during the day. My time at IUP has given me great friends, a space to let my mind wander, and the opportunity to learn about hobbies and interests without question. Still, I have a long way to go and more to learn about. In the process of coming out of my shell, I'm still figuring out certain aspects of living as I go along. At IUP, you have different varieties of clubs, sports and entertainment, there are amazing places to unwind and relax or hang out with friends after a long day at Oak Grove, the pool, the hub and even the gym! There’s diversity all around you and lots of pizza.... Read 2,712 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 94%

• Net price $21,153

• SAT range 940-1140

• Saint Davids, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.66 out of 5  875 reviews

Junior: When I first arrived at Eastern University I was fascinated by the nature. It is a very beautiful campus filled with many animals, flowers, and life. As I became more involved with campus activities, I found it easy to make friends, talk to professors, and find stuff to do. SAB runs many events where students are able to go to Flyers games, Phillies games, and Washington D.C. Another thing I love is how Eastern is super diverse and gives everyone an opportunity to be themselves and make an impact. All in all, my three years at Eastern have been amazing, and I can't wait to make more memories!... Read 875 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 69%

• Net price $24,199

• SAT range 1010-1190

• Greensburg, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.72 out of 5  922 reviews

Senior: Seton Hill is a truly peaceful place to study and be at. It is one of the most beautiful universities I have ever visited. The faculty are all amazing, and truly helpful. The only downside of Seton Hill is the cost per semester, it is crazily expensive. So I recommend saving, FAFSA, and applying for scholarships. I wish applying through FAFSA with the school, and getting certain TAX records were better communicated at times. So far as my academic experience it has been absolutely wonderful. Each of my professors took the time to get to know me personally. They actually care for their students, and take the time to make sure you are understanding the lectures and assignments. My professor helped me explore career options, and helped me find my true calling for my career.... Read 922 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 74%

• Net price $22,424

• SAT range 900-1150

• Collegeville, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  481 reviews

Alum: I really enjoyed the small class sizes and the dedication and attentiveness of the professors. Academically, it's a great school, though I can only speak for the arts (my major was French literature), not science - and Ursinus is well-known for its focus on biology and the sciences. Being a language major, I wished that there were French courses in geopolitics, communication, and history, rather than solely literature. But I knew that going in. Socially, there was too much of an emphasis on Greek life, and hazing was rampant and unchecked by the school. Because of the small school size there also was not a lot going on and we used to complain about that, but looking back, that aspect forced us to be creative in the ways we spent our time. There were a good number of clubs, but silly 20-year-old me did not take advantage of those. It was also encouraged and really popular to study abroad, which was an amazing opportunity.... Read 481 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 83%

• Net price $31,438

• SAT range 1200-1360

• Allentown, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.52 out of 5  688 reviews

Sophomore: Cedar Crest is an amazing achievement based college. Everyone has an education focused mindset and attitude, and if you want to be surrounded by people who are open minded and accepting, this is the place to be. The campus is so cute and homey, safe and not too big but large enough to have enough recreational space. There are various sports teams, clubs and other opportunities for you to express yourself and get involved!... Read 688 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 69%

• Net price $23,501

• SAT range 1020-1210

• Pittsburgh, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.49 out of 5  1,008 reviews

Senior: Point Park has been an extremely supportive of all my endeavors here. I initially transferred from Robert Morris, they made the transfer process incredibly easy. All resources are accessible through their website for anything really. My advisor has always been available. I have been able to form meaningful relationships with my professors and department heads, even with online classes. I really cannot think of any other school that compares in flexibility and cost.... Read 1,008 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 82%

• Net price $25,004

• SAT range 950-1180

• Philadelphia, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.56 out of 5  690 reviews

Alum: The professors and student body at University of the Arts are absolutely wonderful. I graduated from the animation program, and over my four years attending UArts, I learned so many invaluable things about my craft. UArts is in center city, directly on Broad Street, so there is a lot to do nearby, and the area is pretty safe. However, the administration at UArts is a mess. I had many frustrating experiences just trying to get basic information or documents, with emails oftentimes going unanswered for weeks. The staff is also not paid nearly enough for all they do, which has consistently served as an upset for myself and the rest of the student body. My experience, I would say, was positive, but there are areas of the school that require significant work and refinement.... Read 690 reviews

• grade C+

• Acceptance rate 85%

• Net price $25,932

• SAT range 910-1140

• Erie, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.59 out of 5  1,068 reviews

Alum: The campus is beautiful, and the dorms and classrooms are nice. The teachers in the math department are very difficult and it seems as if most non-math majors take their math requirements elsewhere or online. Even the advisors tell students not to even attempt calc at our school. The biology department does great research and has many opportunities if you would like to get involved, but it seems as if funding will continue to be cut for these programs, so who knows how long these opportunities will be readily available. The biology program is amazing if you are looking for human based biology, but any environmental biology or related subjects I would 100% recommend looking elsewhere. My partner ended up in their environmental science program and it looked super cool from the outside, but when it came to scheduling classes, he struggled to keep even a full-time schedule because most of the classes listed were not actually offered.... Read 1,068 reviews

• grade C

• Acceptance rate 82%

• Net price $25,785

• SAT range 940-1160

• Lehman, PA•

• 4 Year

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  Rating 3.71 out of 5  110 reviews

Senior: Penn State Wilkes Barre is a smaller school in a country setting, which reminds me of home. The smaller class sizes offers a lot of personal attention from the Professors. There are quite a few majors of study available which is a great asset for a smaller campus. I highly recommend!... Read 110 reviews

• grade B minus

• Acceptance rate 86%

• Net price $16,933

• SAT range 990-1140