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Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Dance features a comprehensive dance specialization harmonized with a liberal arts curriculum.
With our accredited dance degree, you’ll enhance your proficiency in articulating ideas about dance and related subjects within the broader context of sciences, humanities, social sciences and the arts. This preparation empowers you to use your knowledge and experience as a dance major to succeed in a wide variety of careers. Backed with a profound understanding of the impact of dance on society, you’ll be well prepared for a promising future in arts administration, dance school entrepreneurship, dance-related business, performance and more.
Discover OU’s Bachelor of Arts in Dance and get ready to make your mark in the global dance arena.
Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Dance features a comprehensive dance specialization harmonized with a liberal arts curriculum.
With our accredited dance degree, you’ll enhance your proficiency in articulating ideas about dance and related subjects within the broader context of sciences, humanities, social sciences and the arts. This preparation empowers you to use your knowledge and experience as a dance major to succeed in a wide variety of careers. Backed with a profound understanding of the impact of dance on society, you’ll be well prepared for a promising future in arts administration, dance school entrepreneurship, dance-related business, performance and more.
Discover OU’s Bachelor of Arts in Dance and get ready to make your mark in the global dance arena.
Expand your understanding of dance with Oakland’s extraordinary resources, including two professional dance companies in residence. Our Bachelor of Arts in Dance isn’t just a degree; it’s a journey alongside seasoned professionals, offering unmatched mentorship for dance majors.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for dancers and choreographers is projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2032.
This growth is partly driven by social media, which allows dancers and choreographers to showcase their talents to diverse global audiences.
Additionally, larger cities such as Detroit, where arts and culture thrive, offer abundant opportunities, including positions with dance companies and private studios.
OU’s dance degree offers foundational knowledge and practical experience for a variety of careers in dance:
Plus, you’ll take courses like Opportunities and Careers in Dance, which allow you to explore all the possibilities and career paths available upon graduation.
Admission to Oakland University’s Bachelor of Arts in Dance requires an entrance audition for incoming freshmen and a major-standing audition midway through the program.
Learn more about our audition process for dance majors.
In addition to Oakland’s general education requirements, dance majors complete two semesters of modern technique from each level, plus 12 credits in ballet. Other courses include:
Our undergraduate dance degree also requires a freshman seminar, major standing review, senior interview, performance production requirement and events attendance requirement.
Not sure if OU’s dance major is right for you? Check out some of our other undergraduate degree programs and contact our admissions team to discuss your options:
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