Nov 21, 2024  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog

Dance Major


The Dance major at NMU focuses on technique, composition, performance, pedagogy, and science to create well-rounded, thinking dance professionals. Whether a chosen focus is on stage or behind the scenes, students will have the option to add on a “track” to the required coursework to create an individualized educational experience based on their needs post-graduation.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Theatre and Dance  department page.

Total Credits Required 120 Credits


General Education 30-40 Credits


Dance Major 56-80 Credits


Dance Foundation Courses 50 Credits


Technique 12 Credits

Choose 12 credits from the following:

Choreography and Performance 15 Credits

Field Experience 1 Credit

Dance Track Options 22-24 Credits


Students may add one track from the following optional tracks:

Cluster Track 24 Credits

With adviser approval, select a cluster of cognate courses from two or more departments totaling 24 credits.

A course list must be submitted to the Registrar before the second semester of the student’s junior year.

Note:


*Prerequisites may be required.

**Can be repeated for credit with different subject matter.

***May be taken up to two times for credit.

This major does not require a minor.