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Dance, BS

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Students in performance dance
Overview

The movement of your career path

Turn your passion for movement into a professional life!

Whether you dream of lighting up the stage or shaping the next generation of dancers, your training here goes beyond the studio. You'll build a career as a performer, choreographer, or teacher by blending rigorous technique with a deep understanding of dance as an art form.

Built for your growth

Expect a challenging environment where you’ll refine your abilities in ballet, modern, jazz and tap. Every semester, you'll stay active in dance technique courses to keep your skills sharp.

Beyond the studio, you'll conduct original research. Seniors cap off their journey by producing a full choreographed concert.

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Requirements

Is this program accredited?
Yes, by the NAST.

Is a concentration required?
Yes.

Part of the Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts.

Select your dance concentration

You may choose to focus on performance and choreography or pursue a teaching certification in dance.

Apply to SFA's dance program

The Denard Haden School of Theatre and Dance application is a two-part process. Your acceptance into the dance program is contingent upon successful admission to SFA. These two application processes may be completed at the same time.

All the information you need is below, or you can learn more by attending Pliés in the Pines.

When you are ready to begin, complete the online audition application.

You will begin your path to the SFA dance program by preparing a professional portfolio. Faculty members review these materials before you participate in an audition.

Apply in three steps

You will follow this process to complete your admission requirements:

  • Submit your portfolio. Email your headshot, dance resume, film links and audition form to the department administrative office.
  • Schedule your audition. Use the online audition application to select a date. You must submit your portfolio before this date.
  • Apply to the university. Submit your application to SFA to finalize your official admission status.

Prepare for your audition

You will perform for the faculty members in person or via video submission. If you audition in person, wear a black leotard, black leggings and ballet slippers.

If you choose a remote audition, you will still register for a date using the online audition application. This registration acts as your deadline for your video submission. Your video will demonstrate:

  • ballet barre work
  • adagio and allegro movement
  • jazz technique
  • and modern dance connectivity

To be eligible for consideration for SFA enrollment, you must meet the undergraduate admission requirements. Select the option that best describes you:

Ready to complete your application to SFA?

Undergraduate applications are accepted online. Apply using ApplyTexas or Common App. Both are fine, just only submit one.

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Priority deadlines

For our bachelor's degree programs, we have rolling admissions. That means you can apply anytime. Although, applying early has benefits.

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Denard Haden School of Theatre and Dance

Contact

theatreanddance@sfasu.edu

936.468.4003
Physical Address

Griffith Fine Arts Building, Suite 235

Mailing Address
P.O. Box 6090, SFA Station
Nacogdoches, TX
75962