The Dance majors are housed within the Dean College School of Dance. The philosophy of the School of Dance is built on a long-standing tradition of teaching dance in its pure form. The mission of the Associate in Arts in Dance curriculum is to integrate the four disciplines of ballet, modern, jazz and tap within a liberal arts context. This degree entails intense preparation for continuing in the Bachelor of Arts in Dance curriculum or the B.A. in Arts and Entertainment Management.

Dance majors also have the opportunity to audition for and be a part of many exciting on-campus productions, including the highly recognized Dean Dance Company. Students have an added option that is available to only a few select colleges: a nationally credited independent study at the world-renowned Alvin Ailey Dance Center in New York City.

In addition to classroom courses in dance and other performing arts, students can participate in Dean College theatre and dance productions. Upon completion of the program, students may take advanced studies in dance, dance education, or musical theatre, or pursue professional opportunities as performers or choreographers.

For students pursuing the Bachelor of Arts degree, the Associate in Arts program predominently serves as their first two years of study.

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