Philadelphia is home to best-in-class performing arts programs, such as the University of Pennsylvania's arts program. Not only do you get an Ivy League liberal arts education, you get to study theatre in the classroom and in the production process aided by faculty with stellar credentials. Next, there's the theatre program at Drexel, where you can study the academics and performance of your trade, or attend Drexel's programs in dance or music. The School of Theater Arts at the University of the Arts is geared more toward professional preparation, while the Temple Boyer College of Music and Dance is also a quality option.

• Academy of Vocal Arts | (215) 735-1685
• Saint Joseph's University, Department of Fine and Performing Arts | (610) 660-1282
• Temple University, Esther Boyer College of Music & Dance | (215) 204-8301