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BFA Dance
Contemporary Dance
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In-Person OnlyProgram Recognition
•BFA in Dance grounded in modern and contemporary dance with ballet and world dance forms
•Curriculum includes technique, repertory, improvisation, composition, pedagogy, history, music, production, movement analysis, injury prevention, and Pilates certification
•Students may elect to study musical theatre, tap, and jazz
Training
•Supported by three full-time faculty and several adjuncts within the Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance
•Faculty from African American and African Diaspora Studies, Kinesiology, and the Jacobs School of Music also teach in the major
•Guest artists of national and international renown set choreography and teach each year
Performance & Productions
•All students are performing members of the Indiana University Contemporary Dance Theatre
•Perform in faculty/guest artist concerts and student works — seniors produce a concert each fall
•Additional opportunities with IU Opera, Musical Theatre Program, African American Dance Company, and Windfall Dancers
•Performance opportunities at national and international festivals and conferences
Degree Flexibility
•Combine the BFA with minors in Theatre and Drama, Business (Kelley School), or Liberal Arts Management Program
•Pre-physical therapy track available
Academic info
Snapshot
3.76
Avg GPA (W)
78%
Admit Rate
school-wide
81%
Grad Rate
37.8K
Enrollment
$64K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,264
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$12,144
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$41,891
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$6,324
$30-48k$7,610
$48-75k$12,154
$75-110k$20,204
$110k+$25,128
Program info updated 13h ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•BFA in Dance grounded in modern and contemporary dance with ballet and world dance forms
•Curriculum includes technique, repertory, improvisation, composition, pedagogy, history, music, production, movement analysis, injury prevention, and Pilates certification
•Students may elect to study musical theatre, tap, and jazz
Training
•Supported by three full-time faculty and several adjuncts within the Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance
•Faculty from African American and African Diaspora Studies, Kinesiology, and the Jacobs School of Music also teach in the major
•Guest artists of national and international renown set choreography and teach each year
Performance & Productions
•All students are performing members of the Indiana University Contemporary Dance Theatre
•Perform in faculty/guest artist concerts and student works — seniors produce a concert each fall
•Additional opportunities with IU Opera, Musical Theatre Program, African American Dance Company, and Windfall Dancers
•Performance opportunities at national and international festivals and conferences
Degree Flexibility
•Combine the BFA with minors in Theatre and Drama, Business (Kelley School), or Liberal Arts Management Program
•Pre-physical therapy track available
Program Recognition
•BFA in Dance grounded in modern and contemporary dance with ballet and world dance forms
•Curriculum includes technique, repertory, improvisation, composition, pedagogy, history, music, production, movement analysis, injury prevention, and Pilates certification
•Students may elect to study musical theatre, tap, and jazz
Training
•Supported by three full-time faculty and several adjuncts within the Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance
•Faculty from African American and African Diaspora Studies, Kinesiology, and the Jacobs School of Music also teach in the major
•Guest artists of national and international renown set choreography and teach each year
Performance & Productions
•All students are performing members of the Indiana University Contemporary Dance Theatre
•Perform in faculty/guest artist concerts and student works — seniors produce a concert each fall
•Additional opportunities with IU Opera, Musical Theatre Program, African American Dance Company, and Windfall Dancers
•Performance opportunities at national and international festivals and conferences
Degree Flexibility
•Combine the BFA with minors in Theatre and Drama, Business (Kelley School), or Liberal Arts Management Program
•Pre-physical therapy track available
Updated 13h ago
