The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•Leads to EC-12 Dance teaching certification in Texas
TRAINING
•Broad coverage including technique, improvisation, choreography, music for dancers, dance history, production, and dance science
•Multi-cultural emphasis with Ballet, Modern, Mexican Folklorico, and Flamenco
•Performance opportunities through UTRGV Dance Companies
CAREER PREPARATION
•Prepares students to teach dance in public/private school settings
•Pathway to graduate study or professional dance careers
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atApplyTexas
Deadlines
Priority (Spring)Nov 1, 2025
Priority (Summer)Apr 1, 2026
Priority (Fall)May 1, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$50
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply through ApplyTexas
•No separate department application required
CERTIFICATION
•UTRGV recommends students for EC-12 certification upon completion of all requirements
•Program modality: Campus (Edinburg)
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition or interview required
•Admission is through the university application via ApplyTexas
Program info updated 4h ago
ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
•Leads to EC-12 Dance teaching certification in Texas
TRAINING
•Broad coverage including technique, improvisation, choreography, music for dancers, dance history, production, and dance science
•Multi-cultural emphasis with Ballet, Modern, Mexican Folklorico, and Flamenco
•Performance opportunities through UTRGV Dance Companies
CAREER PREPARATION
•Prepares students to teach dance in public/private school settings
•Pathway to graduate study or professional dance careers
Updated 4h ago
Academic School Information
94%
Admit Rate
50%
Grad Rate
28,666
Enrollment
$49,620
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,987
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,827
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$4,831
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$3,785
Family Income $30k - $48k$3,877
Family Income $48k - $75k$5,665
Family Income $75k - $110k$7,972
Family Income $110k+$13,782
