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In their first year at UCI, all dance students work toward the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. In their sophomore year, students who want more intensive preparation for careers as performers and choreographers can opt for the degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) with a specialization in Performance or Choreography. Admission to the B.F.A. program in Choreography is by department approval only. The B.F.A. program in Performance does not require additional department approval; students should declare their intention for this specialization during spring quarter of their sophomore year.

Currently, there are 150 undergraduate students and 9 graduate students in the Dance Department.

The UCI breadth (general education) requirement includes the following course areas: Writing, Natural Sciences, Social/Behavioral Sciences, Humanistic Inquiry, Math/Symbolic Systems, Language Other Than English, Multicultural Studies and International/Global Issues.

The Dance degree curriculum includes a minimum of one year of study in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Modern techniques, with additional technique requirements based on the student’s selected degree track. Students also engage in academic and creative coursework such as Dance Health and Injury Prevention, Kinesiology, Music for Dancers, Choreography, Dance History, Dance and Video Technology, Critical Issues in Dance, and performance-based experiences. For a complete overview of course offerings and degree requirements, please consult the UCI Dance Program catalogue.
 

Yes, approximately 36% of our Dance majors graduate with a double major, often combining Dance with fields such as Education, Biological Sciences, Criminology, Business, and more. Students are encouraged to explore academic pathways that reflect their diverse interests and career goals. Visit the UCI Undergraduate Majors and Minors page to learn more about available programs.

Visit the UCI University Registrar page for current tuition rates.