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Dance at University of South Florida

Tampa, FL · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $16,389/yr (-27% vs median)

AI Risk Low (24% exposed)

Job Market Medium (11,500 openings/yr)

ROI 15.1x earnings multiple (5.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #28 of 62 Dance programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Dance graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$383K	$386K	$370K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.9x	15.1x	14.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.5x	5.6x	5.3x
Probability of Field Employment	36%	35%	30%
DegreeOutlook Score	19	18	16

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$25,640

Out-of-state: $69,296 (5.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$40,172

-57% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,927

16.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$18,101

10% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $16,389 place University of South Florida below the $22,512 national median for Dance — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

With a 15.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 3% spread between best and worst-case AI scenarios signals strong resilience. Most career paths mapped to Dance involve work that current AI cannot replicate.

At a 1.3x debt-to-first-year-earnings ratio, loan repayment extends well beyond graduation. Financial aid and income-driven plans become important considerations.

A #28 ranking among 62 Dance programs places University of South Florida in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

About University of South Florida

A 41% admission rate makes University of South Florida accessible to a wide range of qualified students, with 36,299 students enrolled in Tampa, FL.

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Top Career Paths

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary $80,190/yr

Choreographers $55,600/yr

Dancers N/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 18/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Dance at University of South Florida?

At 18/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Dance programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

What's the payoff timeline for a Dance degree from University of South Florida?

At $21,927 in median debt, graduates carry 16 months of starting salary in loans. Income-driven repayment plans may be relevant for many borrowers.

Is University of South Florida a good choice for Dance despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If University of South Florida's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →