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MA Theatre & Dance

Dance History and Criticism

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewNo PortfolioUniversity App Required

Program Recognition

One of few programs nationally offering an MA specifically in Dance History and Criticism

Access to Festival Flamenco Alburquerque and the National Institute of Flamenco as research resources

Multicultural perspective central to program mission

Training

Develops research skills and effective scholarly approach to the study of dance

Required core: Introduction to Graduate Study, Performance Theory, and Critical Issues in the Performing Arts

Dance history coursework spanning multiple periods and traditions

Degree Flexibility

Two-year MA with concentration in Dance History and Criticism

30 total credit hours including required core, dance history courses, criticism, electives, and thesis

Culminates in a formal thesis (60-85 pages) of original research, strong preparation for PhD programs

School Info

Snapshot

3.38

Avg GPA (W)

95%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

17.2K

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$11,585

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$34,734

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$31,223

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,489

After aid

Index · admissions.unm.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 3d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

One of few programs nationally offering an MA specifically in Dance History and Criticism

Access to Festival Flamenco Alburquerque and the National Institute of Flamenco as research resources

Multicultural perspective central to program mission

Training

Develops research skills and effective scholarly approach to the study of dance

Required core: Introduction to Graduate Study, Performance Theory, and Critical Issues in the Performing Arts

Dance history coursework spanning multiple periods and traditions

Degree Flexibility

Two-year MA with concentration in Dance History and Criticism

30 total credit hours including required core, dance history courses, criticism, electives, and thesis

Culminates in a formal thesis (60-85 pages) of original research, strong preparation for PhD programs

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

One of few programs nationally offering an MA specifically in Dance History and Criticism

Access to Festival Flamenco Alburquerque and the National Institute of Flamenco as research resources

Multicultural perspective central to program mission

Training

Develops research skills and effective scholarly approach to the study of dance

Required core: Introduction to Graduate Study, Performance Theory, and Critical Issues in the Performing Arts

Dance history coursework spanning multiple periods and traditions

Degree Flexibility

Two-year MA with concentration in Dance History and Criticism

30 total credit hours including required core, dance history courses, criticism, electives, and thesis

Culminates in a formal thesis (60-85 pages) of original research, strong preparation for PhD programs

Key Info

Enrollment Term

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Graduate Application Fee

$50

Deadline

Priority (Fall)Jun 1, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

Freshmen · admissions.unm.edu

Program AppApplication

Deadline

Final Application Deadline (if spaces remain)Apr 15, 2026

Audition

Financial Aid Priority DeadlineFeb 1, 2026

Ma Theatre Dance · finearts.unm.edu

Submission Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Application Materials

Letter of intent clearly expressing ability to undertake graduate study

Three letters of recommendation

Unofficial transcript from each college attended

Academic writing sample (10-20 pages, unbound)

Ma Theatre Dance · finearts.unm.edu

Good to Know

Eligibility

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better (exceptions extremely rare)

Professional experience may compensate for uneven academic preparation

Apply through UNM Graduate Studies admissions portal. Select "College of Fine Arts; MA Theatre and Dance"

Enrollment

Fall admission only

Application deadline: February 1 for financial aid consideration

Late applications accepted through April 15 if spaces remain

Up to 12 credit hours of non-degree coursework may count toward the degree

Program Requirements

Dance History and Criticism (active)

Theatre Education and Outreach concentration is temporarily on hiatus

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition, portfolio, or interview required

Admission based on academic writing sample and application materials

Faculty review in area of intended emphasis

Faculty may contact applicants to arrange an interview (by telephone for out-of-state)

Notification typically sent in late April

Scholarship Info

Graduate Funding

Teaching and graduate assistantships available

February 1 deadline for financial aid consideration

Contact department for details on funding packages

School Info

Snapshot

3.38

Avg GPA (W)

95%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

17.2K

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$11,585

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$34,734

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$31,223

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,489

After aid

Index · admissions.unm.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

One of few programs nationally offering an MA specifically in Dance History and Criticism

Access to Festival Flamenco Alburquerque and the National Institute of Flamenco as research resources

Multicultural perspective central to program mission

Training

Develops research skills and effective scholarly approach to the study of dance

Required core: Introduction to Graduate Study, Performance Theory, and Critical Issues in the Performing Arts

Dance history coursework spanning multiple periods and traditions

Degree Flexibility

Two-year MA with concentration in Dance History and Criticism

30 total credit hours including required core, dance history courses, criticism, electives, and thesis

Culminates in a formal thesis (60-85 pages) of original research, strong preparation for PhD programs

Updated 3d ago