Cheapest Dance Colleges in Virginia

Radford University offers Virginia's most affordable dance program at just $16,640 annually, while the University of Richmond costs $33,417 despite its 87.80% graduation rate. Virginia's proximity to Washington DC creates opportunities for dance graduates in federal cultural programs and the Kennedy Center's extensive outreach initiatives. Public universities dominate the affordable options, with George Mason and VCU both under $20,000 net price.

Programs

$16,640 – $33,417

Net Price Range

$21,514

Avg. Program Earnings

64.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

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Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Radford University Radford, Virginia	$16,640	$12,286	49.6%	93.3%
2	George Mason University Fairfax, Virginia	$18,287	$13,815	69.3%	90.0%
3	Randolph College Lynchburg, Virginia	$18,436	$29,010	51.5%	95.0%
4	Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia	$19,452	$16,458	65.4%	91.0%
5	Hollins University Roanoke, Virginia	$22,263	$42,260	69.7%	72.4%
6	Sweet Briar College Sweet Briar, Virginia	$23,383	$25,110	48.1%	75.8%
7	Shenandoah University Winchester, Virginia	$30,055	$36,028	70.5%	80.4%
8	University of Richmond University of Richmond, Virginia	$33,417	$62,600	87.8%	24.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between Virginia's cheapest and most expensive dance programs?

Public universities like Radford ($16,640) and George Mason ($18,287) benefit from state funding, while private institutions like University of Richmond ($33,417) rely on tuition revenue. The $16,777 gap reflects this fundamental funding difference, though private schools often provide more financial aid to reduce actual costs.

How do Virginia dance graduates perform financially after college?

Early career earnings range from $19,455 to $24,035, with VCU graduates earning the highest at $24,035 annually. Shenandoah graduates earn $19,455 despite the program costing $30,055, creating a concerning return on investment gap.

Does acceptance rate correlate with program quality in Virginia dance schools?

Not necessarily - Radford accepts 93.34% of applicants but costs the least, while University of Richmond's 24.37% acceptance rate comes with the highest price tag. George Mason combines high acceptance (90.00%) with strong graduation rates (69.30%) at reasonable cost.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.