Bachelor's Degree in Dance

Who is this program for?

A bachelor's degree in Dance is perfect for students with a passion for movement, performance, and creative expression who wish to develop expertise in choreography, technique, and dance theory. This program prepares graduates for careers as professional dancers, choreographers, dance educators, or arts administrators, fostering both artistic and technical skills for success in the performing arts industry.

Program Overview

The Dance bachelor’s degree at the University of Kentucky blends rigorous training with creative exploration, empowering students to grow as performers, choreographers, and scholars. Through courses in performance, choreography, dance theory, and production, students develop a strong technical foundation and an expressive artistic voice. With a focus on contemporary practices and diverse genres, the program also emphasizes key professional skills such as collaboration, communication, problem-solving, and project management. The 45-credit BA is designed to be flexible, allowing students to double major or add minors and certificates in areas like Theatre, Musical Theatre, Arts Administration, Kinesiology, Health Promotion, or Business. Whether you're planning to perform, teach, or work in the creative industries, this program equips you with the tools to succeed. Join a vibrant community where passion meets purpose—and take your next step as an artist and leader in the world of dance.

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Whether your goal is to perform, teach, or choreograph, this program prepares you for careers in professional dance, arts education, or creative industries

Offered by the College of Fine Arts
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45
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BA

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The Bachelor of Arts in Dance program offers a comprehensive education in dance as both a creative and academic discipline. Students engage in rigorous training in modern, ballet, and jazz techniques while also studying choreography, dance history, and movement theory. The curriculum emphasizes artistic development, performance, and critical inquiry, allowing students to explore dance within cultural, historical, and interdisciplinary contexts. Expand the menu below to view a sample curriculum plan.


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Take away "Term" for Transfers - "Unknown Term"? As well as "Not in High School"
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Possibly remove the "Readmit" option.
Feel like it would be pretty easy to see if the person already exists in our system and has a program enrollment record associated with them, which would shift them from "Freshman" or "Transfer" to "Readmit"
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