Private school1.1K
Program
Concentration
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram profile
Study AbroadProgram
Concentration
Quick links
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram profile
Study AbroadBrowse programs
Concentrations
Quick Links
BA Dance
Dance Pedagogy
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram profile
Study AbroadProgram Recognition
•Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance — 50+ years of national recognition
•American College Dance Festival participant — Dean ranked top 30 nationally
Training
•Learn the art and science of teaching dance from experts in the field
•Knowledge of dance history and age-appropriate teaching methodologies
•Clear language utilization while educating dancers
•Understanding of the current state of dance education
Performance & Productions
•Master classes with artists from Boston Ballet, Cirque du Soleil, Alvin Ailey, and Broadway
•Performances at Kennedy Center, Joyce Theater, and Ailey Citigroup Theater
Notable Alumni
•Roshni Pecora ('94) — principal dancer with New England Civic Ballet Company; now teaches master classes nationally and coaches students for international ballet competitions
•Graduates teaching at Rhode Island College, Providence College, Wheaton College, and Salve Regina University
•Alumni careers in dance education at studios, K-12 schools, and university programs across New England
Professional Development
•Conservatory-level training in ballet, jazz, tap, and modern
•Live musicians accompany classes
•Full-time certified athletic trainer specializing in performing arts injury prevention
Academic info
Snapshot
74%
Admit Rate
school-wide
48%
Grad Rate
1.1K
Enrollment
$38K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$30,684
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$46,526
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$26,996
$30-48k$26,798
$48-75k$28,640
$75-110k$31,161
$110k+$34,318
Program info updated 2d ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance — 50+ years of national recognition
•American College Dance Festival participant — Dean ranked top 30 nationally
Training
•Learn the art and science of teaching dance from experts in the field
•Knowledge of dance history and age-appropriate teaching methodologies
•Clear language utilization while educating dancers
•Understanding of the current state of dance education
Performance & Productions
•Master classes with artists from Boston Ballet, Cirque du Soleil, Alvin Ailey, and Broadway
•Performances at Kennedy Center, Joyce Theater, and Ailey Citigroup Theater
Notable Alumni
•Roshni Pecora ('94) — principal dancer with New England Civic Ballet Company; now teaches master classes nationally and coaches students for international ballet competitions
•Graduates teaching at Rhode Island College, Providence College, Wheaton College, and Salve Regina University
•Alumni careers in dance education at studios, K-12 schools, and university programs across New England
Professional Development
•Conservatory-level training in ballet, jazz, tap, and modern
•Live musicians accompany classes
•Full-time certified athletic trainer specializing in performing arts injury prevention
Program Recognition
•Joan Phelps Palladino School of Dance — 50+ years of national recognition
•American College Dance Festival participant — Dean ranked top 30 nationally
Training
•Learn the art and science of teaching dance from experts in the field
•Knowledge of dance history and age-appropriate teaching methodologies
•Clear language utilization while educating dancers
•Understanding of the current state of dance education
Performance & Productions
•Master classes with artists from Boston Ballet, Cirque du Soleil, Alvin Ailey, and Broadway
•Performances at Kennedy Center, Joyce Theater, and Ailey Citigroup Theater
Notable Alumni
•Roshni Pecora ('94) — principal dancer with New England Civic Ballet Company; now teaches master classes nationally and coaches students for international ballet competitions
•Graduates teaching at Rhode Island College, Providence College, Wheaton College, and Salve Regina University
•Alumni careers in dance education at studios, K-12 schools, and university programs across New England
Professional Development
•Conservatory-level training in ballet, jazz, tap, and modern
•Live musicians accompany classes
•Full-time certified athletic trainer specializing in performing arts injury prevention
Updated 2d ago
