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BS Dance Science

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Interdisciplinary coursework combines dance training with dance science and kinesiology, using applied study of the body and movement.

Students analyze static and dynamic alignment in dance-movement vocabularies and develop exercises and cues for improving technique.

Anatomy, biomechanics, wellness, conditioning, and injury-prevention principles connect scientific study to dance practice.

Students build competency in dance-movement lexicons and dancemaking strategies while examining the historical, socio-cultural, and aesthetic dimensions of dance.

Performance & Productions

Dance majors in the department perform at the Martha B. Knoebel Dance Theater, including the annual Contemporary Dance Concert of undergraduate choreography

Professional Development

The degree supports pathways in dance science, dance medicine, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy, kinesiology, fitness, somatics, and dance education.

Its scientific foundation is useful for students considering graduate study or health and wellness professions that require advanced degrees or certifications.

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.67

Admit rate

46%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

35.9K

Earnings

$64K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,748

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,994

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$34,462

Before aid

Average net price

$10,440

After aid

Undergraduate Costs 0 · csulb.edu College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Training

Interdisciplinary coursework combines dance training with dance science and kinesiology, using applied study of the body and movement.

Students analyze static and dynamic alignment in dance-movement vocabularies and develop exercises and cues for improving technique.

Anatomy, biomechanics, wellness, conditioning, and injury-prevention principles connect scientific study to dance practice.

Students build competency in dance-movement lexicons and dancemaking strategies while examining the historical, socio-cultural, and aesthetic dimensions of dance.

Performance & Productions

Dance majors in the department perform at the Martha B. Knoebel Dance Theater, including the annual Contemporary Dance Concert of undergraduate choreography

Professional Development

The degree supports pathways in dance science, dance medicine, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy, kinesiology, fitness, somatics, and dance education.

Its scientific foundation is useful for students considering graduate study or health and wellness professions that require advanced degrees or certifications.

Program Highlights

Training

Interdisciplinary coursework combines dance training with dance science and kinesiology, using applied study of the body and movement.

Students analyze static and dynamic alignment in dance-movement vocabularies and develop exercises and cues for improving technique.

Anatomy, biomechanics, wellness, conditioning, and injury-prevention principles connect scientific study to dance practice.

Students build competency in dance-movement lexicons and dancemaking strategies while examining the historical, socio-cultural, and aesthetic dimensions of dance.

Performance & Productions

Dance majors in the department perform at the Martha B. Knoebel Dance Theater, including the annual Contemporary Dance Concert of undergraduate choreography

Professional Development

The degree supports pathways in dance science, dance medicine, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy, kinesiology, fitness, somatics, and dance education.

Its scientific foundation is useful for students considering graduate study or health and wellness professions that require advanced degrees or certifications.

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Fee

$70

Opens

Fall 2027 Cal State Apply availableAug 1, 2026

Fall 2027 application submission period opensOct 1, 2026

Deadline

Fall 2027 first-time/first-year and transfer application deadlineNov 30, 2026

Key Dates And Deadlines · csulb.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Opens

Oct 1, 2026

Auditions

First-year applicants

Fall 2027 first-time/first-year auditionsFeb 26, 2027

Transfer applicants

Fall 2027 transfer auditionFeb 27, 2027

Undergraduate Auditions · csulb.edu

Audition Requirements

Dance

Audition Class

First-time/first-year applicants take a faculty-led audition class with phrase work in modern/contemporary, ballet, jazz, and street/club dance

Applicants choose two of the listed dance styles

Transfer Solo

Transfer applicants present a 2-3 minute solo choreographed by the applicant in a dance style of their choice

Bring music on a mobile device for in-person transfer auditions

Video Option

Video auditions are available by email request after submitting the Cal State Apply application

Additional Materials

Questionnaire (Required)

Complete the Department of Dance Audition Application after submitting Cal State Apply

The form details dance experience and interest in the program

Undergraduate Auditions · csulb.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Cal State Apply and indicate Dance as the preferred major

After submitting the university application, email dance@csulb.edu to request the Department of Dance Audition Application

Fall 2027 first-year and transfer application period is October 1 to November 30, 2026

Spring 2027 transfer application period is July 1 to August 31, 2026

Eligibility

Meet with the Program Coordinator no later than the start of the second year; transfer students should meet earlier

Before a Change of Major form, the Dance Science page requires BIOL 207, BIOL 208, and PSY 100 with a minimum 2.25 GPA, while the Degrees page requires DANC 260 and 261 with a grade of B or better; confirm which applies with the Program Coordinator

Refer to the Department of Dance and CSULB Catalog for current degree requirements

Enrollment

All undergraduate dance majors enter in the BA in Dance program

BS Dance Science is an internal change-of-major pathway after prerequisite coursework

What's The Process

Audition Process

Prospective dance majors for all degree paths participate in the CSULB Dance admissions audition after applying through Cal State Apply

The admissions audition includes a completed Department of Dance Audition Application and an audition

In-person auditions are encouraged; video auditions are available by email request after submitting the university application

Audition Expectations

First-time/first-year applicants take a faculty-led audition class with phrase work in modern/contemporary, ballet, jazz, and street/club dance

Transfer applicants take the audition class and present a 2-3 minute self-choreographed solo

Post-Enrollment

All undergraduate dance majors enter in BA Dance first

Students interested in BS Dance Science should meet with the Program Coordinator no later than the start of the second year, or earlier for transfer students

Change of Major: the Dance Science page lists BIOL 207, BIOL 208, and PSY 100 with a minimum 2.25 GPA, while the Degrees page lists DANC 260 and 261 with a grade of B or better; confirm which applies with the Program Coordinator

Scholarship Info

Cota Scholarships

Complete the BeachScholarships application to be considered for College of the Arts and university-wide scholarships

FAFSA or CADAA required for most need-based scholarships

Department Scholarships

The Department of Dance does not offer scholarships to incoming undergraduate students

Continuing students may audition for department scholarships each spring; awards are based on need and merit and applied to the following academic year

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.67

Admit rate

46%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

35.9K

Earnings

$64K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,748

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,994

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$34,462

Before aid

Average net price

$10,440

After aid

Undergraduate Costs 0 · csulb.edu College Scorecard

Training

Interdisciplinary coursework combines dance training with dance science and kinesiology, using applied study of the body and movement.

Students analyze static and dynamic alignment in dance-movement vocabularies and develop exercises and cues for improving technique.

Anatomy, biomechanics, wellness, conditioning, and injury-prevention principles connect scientific study to dance practice.

Students build competency in dance-movement lexicons and dancemaking strategies while examining the historical, socio-cultural, and aesthetic dimensions of dance.

Performance & Productions

Dance majors in the department perform at the Martha B. Knoebel Dance Theater, including the annual Contemporary Dance Concert of undergraduate choreography

Professional Development

The degree supports pathways in dance science, dance medicine, exercise science, athletic training, physical therapy, kinesiology, fitness, somatics, and dance education.

Its scientific foundation is useful for students considering graduate study or health and wellness professions that require advanced degrees or certifications.

Updated 1d ago