Dance, BFA

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance (C90000BFA) 

More on the Dance major

The BFA dance major is designed for the student who wishes to pursue professional training in dance through an emphasis in ballet and modern dance techniques. This program offers extensive training in technical, performing and choreographic skills and is supported by a core of coursework in dance history, pedagogy, and physical analysis. The BFA in Dance prepares students for performing, graduate studies in performance and choreography, fields related to dance such as arts administration, dance history, physical therapy, dance therapy, dance education, or dance ethnology, as well as teaching in private studios.

Placement into the dance program for the first year of study as a probationary dance major is by audition only. Promotion in levels of dance techniques is by receipt of a “B+” grade or better for one semester for advancement from Ballet IV to V to VI to VII to VIII respectively, and by receipt of a “B” grade or better for one semester in all other technique classes.

To be admitted to the BFA degree program in Dance in the School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration, students must work for one year of study as a probationary dance major, demonstrate acceptable work habits, pass the Freshman Jury and Interview to gain admittance to the college and status as a BA in Dance major in preparation for auditioning for the BFA program at the end of the sophomore year. BFA students must maintain a 2.875 GPA in all dance classes for a total of two years and may be placed on artistic probation if they demonstrate less acceptable work habits. Full status must be regained to graduate. To graduate with the BFA in Dance, students must complete one full year of Ballet VIII with a minimum of “B” and be enrolled in a ballet technique class each semester until they satisfy their technique requirements and maintain an overall 2.875 GPA in all dance classes.

The following information has official approval of The School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration and The Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences, but is intended only as a supplemental guide. Official degree requirements are established at the time of transfer and admission to the degree-granting college. Students should refer to the Degree Progress Report (Stellic) which is definitive for graduation requirements. Completion of this degree within the identified time frame below is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others. The transfer process is completed through an appointment with your academic advisor.

Requirements

Summary

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This major requires a minimum of 126 completed credit hours.

Recommended General Education Courses

College of Arts & Sciences Requirement

Ballet Technique 

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A grade of B or better must be earned.

Modern Technique 

 Jazz and Tap

Somatics, World Dance, and Other 

Dance Lecture Courses 

Dance Organizations