Dance A.A.

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This program is designed to educate students looking to learn and understand the many facets of dance. This two-year associate’s degree program is for students intending to work in the many fields of study and practice for dance, without looking to specialize in any one area.

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

Total Credits Required 60 Credits

General Education 24 Credits

Select general education courses within the specified limits. A course may fulfill both general education and program requirements. Any credit shortfall can be addressed with general electives.

Effective Communication (EFFC) (0 - 2 course)

Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis (QUAR) (0 - 1 course)

Social Responsibility in a Diverse World (SOCR) (0 - 1 course)

Integrative Thinking (INTT) (0 - 1 course)

Human Expression (HUME) (0 - 1 course)

Perspectives on Society (PERS) (0 - 2 courses)

Scientific Inquiry (SCII) (0 - 2 courses)

Required Coursework 20 Credits

DAN 130 - The Dance Experience 4 Credits
DAN 208 - Conditioning for Performers 1 Credits
May be taken up to two times for credit.
DAN 212 - Dancer Wellness 4 Credits
DAN 304 - Dance Improvisation 1 Credits
DAN 306 - Dance Practicum 1 Credits
DAN 308 - Creative Composition 2 Credits
DAN 311 - Dance Pedagogy 4 Credits
TH 120 - Music Theory for Theatre and Dance Students 2 Credits
TH 432 - Theatre and Entertainment Careers 1 Credits

Dance Technique Foundation Courses 12 Credits

The following DAN courses may be taken up to two times for credit. Click on each course description for more information.

Choose 12 credits from the following:

DAN 201 - Ballet I 2 Credits
DAN 301 - Ballet II 2 Credits
DAN 401 - Ballet III 2 Credits
DAN 407 - Ballet IV 2 Credits
DAN 202 - Contemporary I 2 Credits
DAN 302 - Contemporary II 2 Credits
DAN 402 - Contemporary III 2 Credits
DAN 203 - Jazz I 2 Credits
DAN 303 - Jazz II 2 Credits
DAN 403 - Jazz III 2 Credits
DAN 408 - Jazz IV 2 Credits
DAN 204 - Tap I 1 Credits
DAN 307 - Tap II 1 Credits
DAN 312 - Tap III 1 Credits
DAN 205 - Hip-Hop I 1 Credits
DAN 317 - Musical Theatre Dance Styles 2 Credits
DAN 405 - Pointe I 2 Credits

Electives 4 Credits

Electives 4 Credits