New Mexico State University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•BA in Dance housed in the NMSU Department of Kinesiology
•Curriculum spanning technical, artistic, and academic domains
•Training in performance, choreography, and dance pedagogy
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Coursework in multiple dance styles at progressive technique levels
•Performance opportunities through department productions
•Focus on developing unique choreographic voice through innovative creation
INTERDISCIPLINARY CONNECTIONS
•Cross-disciplinary opportunities with kinesiology, theatre, design, and media
•Emphasis on anatomy and somatic practices applied to dance
•Program dedicated to fostering inclusive environment for aspiring artists
Key Info
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply via NMSU online application or Common App
•No separate department application required
•Contact Dance Program Coordinator to schedule placement audition: rpmc@nmsu.edu
What's The Process
PLACEMENT AUDITION
•All BA Dance majors should audition for placement before admission to the program
•Placement audition determines starting level for technique classes — not a competitive admissions audition
•Any NMSU student may be a dance major
•Contact Ryan P. McMullen (Dance Program Coordinator) to schedule: rpmc@nmsu.edu or 575-646-2070
PROGRAM POLICIES
•All dance majors must audition for at least one performance opportunity every year
•All students in dance technique must receive instructor approval to advance to the next level
Program info updated 23h ago
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•BA in Dance housed in the NMSU Department of Kinesiology
•Curriculum spanning technical, artistic, and academic domains
•Training in performance, choreography, and dance pedagogy
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Coursework in multiple dance styles at progressive technique levels
•Performance opportunities through department productions
•Focus on developing unique choreographic voice through innovative creation
INTERDISCIPLINARY CONNECTIONS
•Cross-disciplinary opportunities with kinesiology, theatre, design, and media
•Emphasis on anatomy and somatic practices applied to dance
•Program dedicated to fostering inclusive environment for aspiring artists
Updated 23h ago
Academic School Information
3.48
Avg GPA (W)
89%
Admit Rate
54%
Grad Rate
11,946
Enrollment
$39,067
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,183
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,307
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$8,889
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$6,648
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,424
Family Income $48k - $75k$9,861
Family Income $75k - $110k$13,146
Family Income $110k+$14,049
