The Bachelor of Arts in Dance Studies with K-12 Licensure program at UNC Greensboro prepares prospective dance teachers for careers as highly skilled dancers and choreographers, as well as educators, able to meet the varied needs of students of all grades and ages. Our approach to dance education emphasizes creative and critical thinking abilities, artistry, kinesthetic expression, and connection to community. The BA in Dance Studies with K-12 Teaching Licensure is the only program in the UNC System in which graduate students with initial Dance K-12 teaching licensure can earn advanced dance teacher licensure.
Bachelor’s in Dance Studies Program Distinctions
UNCG’s School of Dance faculty, 50% who are faculty of color, are active professionals in the dance field. Professor Robin Gee curates the annual Greensboro Dance Film Festival and also curates national and international Dance Film festivals. Associate Professor B.J. Sullivan is known internationally for her Safety Technique dance technique. Other Dance faculty bring professional experience and innovative pedagogical approaches that reflect the depth and breadth of School of Dance faculty expertise.
- Accreditations and affiliations include:
- UNCG is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance.
- American College Dance Association
- National Dance Education Organization
- N.C. National Dance Education Organization
- Dance Studies Association
- Facilities include seven studios, a fully-equipped dance theater, a screen dance editing classroom, dressing rooms, and an interior garden courtyard reserved for dance students.
- Live accompaniment is provided for many technique classes.
The Dance Education Student Experience
BA in Dance Studies students can participate in 10-12 concerts a year, with opportunities for performance and choreography. Dancers have additional opportunities through the student organization Prime Movers and Delta Chi Xi Honorary Dance Fraternity.
Students gain real-world experience through internship opportunities and study abroad programs in Australia, China, South Africa, Italy, and London.
Visiting artists connect students to the profession. Recent guests include: Camille A. Brown, Kristin Daniel, Gerri Houlihan, Juel D. Lane, Helen Simoneau, and Maleek Washington.
“The students spearheaded the whole creative process. I was assigned to take the movements and put them in different places, but it was really their minds and their bodies. The concept was all theirs.”
–Grace Wiggins, dance major who found a teaching internship at UNCG
How to Apply to the School of Dance
Students interested in the BA in Dance Studies complete UNCG’s undergraduate admission process and the School of Dance application/audition process.
After Graduating with your Dance Teaching Degree
Upon successful completion of the UNCG undergraduate coursework dance education students will be eligible for initial certification as a teacher of dance in all grades. Career options include performance and choreography positions, as well as arts administration and teaching in a school or community setting.
Potential career paths for graduates include:
- Professional Dancer
- Studio Owner
- Dance Teacher
- Personal Trainer
- Somatics Practitioner
- Choreographer
- Yoga Or Pilates Instructor
- Costume Or Clothing Designer
- Dance Company Administrator
- Dance Photographer/Videographer
- Dance Therapist
- Movement Analyst
- Physical Therapist
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bachelor’s in Dance Studies
Program Details
Degree Type: Bachelor's
College/School: College of Visual and Performing Arts
Program Type: Majors & Concentrations
Class Type: In Person
Catalog Name: Dance, B.A. Dance Studies with K-12 Teaching Licensure Concentration
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