BFA

Interdisciplinary Performing Arts: Dance BFA

Department/Division
School
Performing Arts Division

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance is an interdisciplinary program that combines dance training, creative exploration, and collaborative performance. Open to students of all backgrounds, the curriculum integrates choreography, movement studies, dance history, and interdisciplinary projects with music, theatre, performance design and technology, and in disciplines and programs outside the Performing Arts. Students have access to excellent faculty, guest artists, and the Dance Residency Program, providing opportunities to engage with professionals in the field. The program prepares students for careers in dance, performance, and related fields by fostering artistic growth, critical inquiry, and adaptability in the evolving landscape of contemporary dance. 

All major course grades must be a C or higher.

BFA Dance Required Courses

Complete the following: 

Course Code
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
92

In addition to ENGL 101 or ENGL 102, the academic course requirement is fulfilled by DANC 211, DANC 214, DANC 225, DANC 495, PHIL 283, MUSC 211.  

University Requirements

The University Requirements must also be fulfilled, and will count towards the required minimum credits for this program:

MUSC 211 will fulfill the Global Perspective requirement.  DANC 120 and THEA 145 will fulfill Lifetime Health & Wellness. 

Electives

Take as many general elective courses as needed to complete a minimum of 125 credits.

Total Credits
125