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BFA Dance Performance
Ballet
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Highly Selective12-24 StudentsStudy AbroadTraining
•Ballet concentration within the Conservatory of Dance emphasizing classical technique
•Daily classes in classical ballet with internationally distinguished faculty
•Comprehensive training in contemporary modern dance alongside ballet focus
•Somatic offerings including Pilates, yoga, Alexander Technique, and anatomy
Performance & Productions
•Perform with Purchase Dance Company in Performing Arts Center, Dance Theatre Lab, and on tour in NYC, New York State, and abroad
•Senior project requires performing a repertory piece by a professional choreographer of your choice
•Strong musical training component with score reading and rhythmic training
Notable Alumni
•Kyle Abraham '00 — MacArthur Fellowship recipient (2013), founder of A.I.M by Kyle Abraham; one of the most celebrated choreographers of his generation
•Nicolo Fonte '87 — internationally acclaimed choreographer and Resident Choreographer for Ballet West; Choo San Goh Award winner
•Alumni dance or have danced with American Ballet Theatre, Ballet Hispanico, Charlotte Ballet, and many more
Professional Development
•The greatest number of study-abroad programs in any dance BFA program in the United States
•Proximity to New York City dance companies and choreographers
Academic info
Snapshot
3.39
Avg GPA (W)
74%
Admit Rate
school-wide
62%
Grad Rate
3.2K
Enrollment
$45K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,913
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$8,953
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,203
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$11,835
$30-48k$15,230
$48-75k$19,658
$75-110k$20,886
$110k+$25,428
Program info updated 3d ago
Program Highlights
Training
•Ballet concentration within the Conservatory of Dance emphasizing classical technique
•Daily classes in classical ballet with internationally distinguished faculty
•Comprehensive training in contemporary modern dance alongside ballet focus
•Somatic offerings including Pilates, yoga, Alexander Technique, and anatomy
Performance & Productions
•Perform with Purchase Dance Company in Performing Arts Center, Dance Theatre Lab, and on tour in NYC, New York State, and abroad
•Senior project requires performing a repertory piece by a professional choreographer of your choice
•Strong musical training component with score reading and rhythmic training
Notable Alumni
•Kyle Abraham '00 — MacArthur Fellowship recipient (2013), founder of A.I.M by Kyle Abraham; one of the most celebrated choreographers of his generation
•Nicolo Fonte '87 — internationally acclaimed choreographer and Resident Choreographer for Ballet West; Choo San Goh Award winner
•Alumni dance or have danced with American Ballet Theatre, Ballet Hispanico, Charlotte Ballet, and many more
Professional Development
•The greatest number of study-abroad programs in any dance BFA program in the United States
•Proximity to New York City dance companies and choreographers
Training
•Ballet concentration within the Conservatory of Dance emphasizing classical technique
•Daily classes in classical ballet with internationally distinguished faculty
•Comprehensive training in contemporary modern dance alongside ballet focus
•Somatic offerings including Pilates, yoga, Alexander Technique, and anatomy
Performance & Productions
•Perform with Purchase Dance Company in Performing Arts Center, Dance Theatre Lab, and on tour in NYC, New York State, and abroad
•Senior project requires performing a repertory piece by a professional choreographer of your choice
•Strong musical training component with score reading and rhythmic training
Notable Alumni
•Kyle Abraham '00 — MacArthur Fellowship recipient (2013), founder of A.I.M by Kyle Abraham; one of the most celebrated choreographers of his generation
•Nicolo Fonte '87 — internationally acclaimed choreographer and Resident Choreographer for Ballet West; Choo San Goh Award winner
•Alumni dance or have danced with American Ballet Theatre, Ballet Hispanico, Charlotte Ballet, and many more
Professional Development
•The greatest number of study-abroad programs in any dance BFA program in the United States
•Proximity to New York City dance companies and choreographers
Updated 3d ago
