This program combines concentrated study in dance technique with required courses in theatre and liberal arts. Additional course work is available to gain experience in teaching studio classes, technical theatre, and research.

Students completing the dance major generally pursue a professional career or continue their training in graduate school. Recent alumni have appeared in national tours of musicals such as Hello Dolly!, Damn Yankees, and Crazy for You; on cruise ships in the Caribbean and the Mediterranean; and with groups such as the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company and the New York City Rockettes. Several graduates are certified in Pilates and massage therapy. Learn more about the success of our graduates.

An audition is required for admission to the dance major. The audition is also used for placement in dance technique classes. Student progress in the program is measured in class work, performances, and juries.