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BFA Dance
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenGateway AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram Recognition
•Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•Part of the School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration in the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
NCCAkron RESIDENCY
•National Center for Choreography at The University of Akron in residence
•"Ideas in Motion" initiative brings leading dance artists for master classes
•Guest artists from across the national dance landscape
Training
•Emphasis in ballet and modern dance technique
•Extensive training in technical, performing, and choreographic skills
•7 state-of-the-art dance studios including a performance studio
•6-10 annual productions in theatre and dance
•Faculty of professional artists actively working in their fields
•Professor Robin Prichard honored with three national book awards in dance education
•Faculty provide networking opportunities with local and national artists
Professional Development
•Exclusive partnership with the Joffrey Ballet School of New York City (since Fall 2024)
•BFA students can train at the Joffrey Ballet School Trainee Program in NYC while earning their UA degree
•Comprehensive curriculum spanning concert and commercial dance
Academic info
Snapshot
60%
Admit Rate
school-wide
50%
Grad Rate
9.1K
Enrollment
$47K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$13,946
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$13,135
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,815
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$10,413
$30-48k$10,131
$48-75k$13,519
$75-110k$17,800
$110k+$20,226
Program info updated Apr 27, 11:13 PM
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•Part of the School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration in the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
NCCAkron RESIDENCY
•National Center for Choreography at The University of Akron in residence
•"Ideas in Motion" initiative brings leading dance artists for master classes
•Guest artists from across the national dance landscape
Training
•Emphasis in ballet and modern dance technique
•Extensive training in technical, performing, and choreographic skills
•7 state-of-the-art dance studios including a performance studio
•6-10 annual productions in theatre and dance
•Faculty of professional artists actively working in their fields
•Professor Robin Prichard honored with three national book awards in dance education
•Faculty provide networking opportunities with local and national artists
Professional Development
•Exclusive partnership with the Joffrey Ballet School of New York City (since Fall 2024)
•BFA students can train at the Joffrey Ballet School Trainee Program in NYC while earning their UA degree
•Comprehensive curriculum spanning concert and commercial dance
Program Recognition
•Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•Part of the School of Dance, Theatre, and Arts Administration in the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
NCCAkron RESIDENCY
•National Center for Choreography at The University of Akron in residence
•"Ideas in Motion" initiative brings leading dance artists for master classes
•Guest artists from across the national dance landscape
Training
•Emphasis in ballet and modern dance technique
•Extensive training in technical, performing, and choreographic skills
•7 state-of-the-art dance studios including a performance studio
•6-10 annual productions in theatre and dance
•Faculty of professional artists actively working in their fields
•Professor Robin Prichard honored with three national book awards in dance education
•Faculty provide networking opportunities with local and national artists
Professional Development
•Exclusive partnership with the Joffrey Ballet School of New York City (since Fall 2024)
•BFA students can train at the Joffrey Ballet School Trainee Program in NYC while earning their UA degree
•Comprehensive curriculum spanning concert and commercial dance
Updated Apr 27, 11:13 PM
