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Dance
Take your technique and skill to the next level with our program, designed to prepare you for a rewarding career in dance.
Why Earn Your BFA in Dance?
You can perform in a dance company, or on Broadway, or do commercial work. Pursue a number of different careers including dance therapy, arts management or teaching dance in schools or at a private studio.
Why Major in Dance at 成人影片?
- Be part of a highly-ranked dance program — one of the top ten in New York state.
- Receive personal attention in small classes taught by our world-class faculty.
- Perform in productions and student workshops under the guidance of our expert faculty and guest choreographers.
- Take advantage of our proximity to New York City by attending performances of renowned companies and work in dance-related internships.
What Can You do With a Degree in Dance?
You can perform in a dance company or on Broadway or do commercial work. You can pursue a career in dance therapy or arts management or in teaching dance in schools or at a private studio. Or you can choreograph dances on stage and in communities.
Associate Professor of Dance Frank Augustyn, One of Canada's Most Celebrated Ballet Dancers, Named a 2024 Inductee to Canada's Dance Collection Danse Hall of Fame
Minor
A minor in dance gives a solid training in foundational and basic techniques.
Dance Minor
Dance minors receive training in modern dance and ballet and are introduced to acting, music and costume design. As a dance minor, you are also required to fulfill semester hours behind the scenes as a theatre tech.
Since only dance and theatre majors and minors are permitted to audition for roles, you鈥檒l have ample opportunity to perform.
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Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Our close proximity to New York City is ideal for providing firsthand field experience through class outings, attending professional performances and internships, which have often led to full-time positions. More than 80 percent of our dance majors continue on as actual performers. Our students have interned at companies like:
Program Info
Application Requirements
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements along with an audition:
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Awards & Recognition