So dance is my passion and I would love to go to a college that allows me to continue pursuing this. Does anyone have recommendations of colleges with strong dance programs or even dance majors? Thanks, everyone!
Several colleges and universities across the United States have developed strong reputations for their dance programs. They offer a variety of opportunities for dance majors to develop their technical skills, delve into choreography, and participate in performances.
The Juilliard School in New York City is renowned for its cutting-edge and rigorous dance program, which primarily focuses on ballet, but also includes modern dance.
University of Southern California's Glorya Kaufman School of Dance offers a curriculum that blurs the boundary between commercial and concert dance. USC Kaufman students have the benefit of using Los Angeles as their stage, with plenty of internship and performance opportunities around the city.
The Tisch School of the Arts at New York University offers a BFA in Dance. This program emphasizes technical training in dance and performance, as well as studies in dance history, choreography, and other key topics.
Another worth considering is the Department of World Arts and Cultures/Dance at University of California, Los Angeles. It's not a traditional dance program; you won't spend all day in the studio. Instead, you'll study how movement and choreography interact with cultural, social, and political issues.
But don't just consider the prestige of the dance program; ultimately, you should factor in the overall academic offerings of the university, the location, the cost, and where you feel the most comfortable. Visit the campus and, if possible, observe a dance class or speak with current dance majors to get a genuine feel for the program.
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