Challenge yourself mentally and physically

In our 63-credit program we take a holistic approach, weaving together theory and performance. Here you'll take both liberal arts and dance courses and prepare yourself for further education elsewhere. In addition to transferring to a four-year institution, you can use your associate's degree as a terminal degree and teach at private dance schools or studios.

In our program we have an encouraging and diverse student body whose members foster collaboration, creativity and leadership. We believe that you should "dance healthy" and support a body-friendly approach that includes health and nutrition.

Program outcomes

• Demonstrate intermediate-level proficiency in modern dance and ballet technique;
• Perform in-class improvisations alone, with a partner, and in a group with commitment to the movement;
• Choreograph and perform a dance using basic principles of dance composition;
• Perform selected dance repertory for the public according to established criteria;
• Analyze cultural influences on contemporary dance;
• Integrate critical elements of dance training into personal dance practice.

Program Curriculum

*Course must be completed with a C or better to complete program.

**ANT-104, MUS-110 or THA-114 recommended.

Students who cannot demonstrate a fundamental level of proficiency in modern dance and ballet may be required to take DAN-102/103 Fundamentals of Modern Dance and/or DAN-121/122 Fundamentals of Ballet.

This curriculum outline represents the minimum requirements for the AA in Dance degree. Students planning to transfer as third year dance majors may need to take additional dance courses. Check the requirements of the transfer institution. Students planning to transfer as dance majors are recommended to take at least two DAN technique courses per semester, which will require additional hours of study. Check the requirements of the intended transfer institution.