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BFA Dance
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In-Person or VirtualProgram Recognition
•Accredited by National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•BFA degree conferred by University of Florida
•Lower division (years 1-2) through Miami Dade College; upper division (years 3-4) through University of Florida
Training
•Progressive four-year BFA requiring 130 total credits (40 lower, 60 upper, 30 general education)
•Grounded in classical ballet, modern dance, and jazz with exposure to newer and world dance forms
•Courses in dance composition, music theory, dance history, anatomy with lab, kinesiology, movement analysis, criticism, digital design, and somatic practices
•11 elective credits with options including tap, pilates, Spanish dance, acting for dancers, and performance techniques
Notable Alumni
•Robert Battle — artistic director, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
•Mia Michaels — Emmy Award-winning choreographer (So You Think You Can Dance)
Performance & Productions
•Performance integrated into training at all levels
•Numerous opportunities to perform own works and works by faculty and distinguished guest choreographers
•Variety of stages and settings across downtown Miami
Program info updated 3d ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Accredited by National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•BFA degree conferred by University of Florida
•Lower division (years 1-2) through Miami Dade College; upper division (years 3-4) through University of Florida
Training
•Progressive four-year BFA requiring 130 total credits (40 lower, 60 upper, 30 general education)
•Grounded in classical ballet, modern dance, and jazz with exposure to newer and world dance forms
•Courses in dance composition, music theory, dance history, anatomy with lab, kinesiology, movement analysis, criticism, digital design, and somatic practices
•11 elective credits with options including tap, pilates, Spanish dance, acting for dancers, and performance techniques
Notable Alumni
•Robert Battle — artistic director, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
•Mia Michaels — Emmy Award-winning choreographer (So You Think You Can Dance)
Performance & Productions
•Performance integrated into training at all levels
•Numerous opportunities to perform own works and works by faculty and distinguished guest choreographers
•Variety of stages and settings across downtown Miami
Program Recognition
•Accredited by National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•BFA degree conferred by University of Florida
•Lower division (years 1-2) through Miami Dade College; upper division (years 3-4) through University of Florida
Training
•Progressive four-year BFA requiring 130 total credits (40 lower, 60 upper, 30 general education)
•Grounded in classical ballet, modern dance, and jazz with exposure to newer and world dance forms
•Courses in dance composition, music theory, dance history, anatomy with lab, kinesiology, movement analysis, criticism, digital design, and somatic practices
•11 elective credits with options including tap, pilates, Spanish dance, acting for dancers, and performance techniques
Notable Alumni
•Robert Battle — artistic director, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
•Mia Michaels — Emmy Award-winning choreographer (So You Think You Can Dance)
Performance & Productions
•Performance integrated into training at all levels
•Numerous opportunities to perform own works and works by faculty and distinguished guest choreographers
•Variety of stages and settings across downtown Miami
Updated 3d ago
