Jazz Concentration
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance
Conservatory of Performing Arts
Nationally-Recognized Dance Program Ranked Best in the Country
This diverse and robust jazz concentration exposes students to a wide range of dance styles in preparation for today's job market while developing their individual artistic style.
Dance majors explore Broadway techniques, Hip Hop and commercial and contemporary jazz styles ranging from classical repertory to current trends.
Our graduates are versatile and adaptable dancers, with solid technical foundations that includes theatre and acting skills, along with tap and voice instruction.
The full-time faculty have worked with professionals from around the world, and guest artists and choreographers regularly come to campus to conduct master classes and workshops.
Early Start Master's Programs
Dance students interested in expanding their career options in the business, communication or education fields can explore our accelerated, dual degree programs:
- B.F.A. in dance and an M.Ed. in Pre-K through 4th grade in 4 ½ years
- B.F.A. in dance and an M.Ed. in Pre-K through 12th dance education certification in 4 ½ years
- B.F.A. in dance and an M.A. in public relations, advertising and social media in 4 years
- B.F.A. in dance + MBA in 4 years
The Dance Student Experience
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