The Undergraduate Program
The University of Washington Dance Program offers a dance major with options in creative studies or dance studies leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree. The curriculum for both major tracks offers a highly offers a highly integrated course of study with a rigorous balance between creative work and academic study. Students will investigate dance as an art form and as a cultural practice, and are given the opportunity to explore dance from multiple perspectives. Ballet and modern dance are the primary techniques offered, along with classes in non-western dance forms, somatic practices, social dance and jazz. The Dance Program produces four concerts annually. Additional performance and choreographic opportunities are available through concerts sponsored by the Dance Student Association.

In keeping with the liberal arts setting, students are encouraged to find the convergence between dance and other academic and artistic pursuits that interest them. Faculty and advisors work closely with students to guide them on the educational track that best serves their career goals. The undergraduate curriculum serves as preparation for graduate study, performance careers, dance related occupations such as physical therapy and dance therapy, and other fields demanding strong communication skills, creativity, commitment, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Staffed with five full-time faculty, a Music Director and Production Director, the Program sustains approximately fifty majors, ninety minors and six graduate students. Facilities include three spacious and light-filled studios with performance quality sound equipment, an intimate 238 seat black box theatre and the 1,200 seat Meany Theater.

Seattle is the home of Pacific Northwest Ballet, On The Boards, and numerous modern dance companies. The UW World Series at Meany Theater brings internationally acclaimed companies to campus and offers a number of master classes with renowned dance artists for UW dance students.

Admissions information
Office of Admissions
University of Washington
Box 355840
Seattle, WA 98195-5840
206.543.9686

Financial Aid information
Office of Student Financial Aid
University of Washington
Box 355880
Seattle, WA 98195-5580
206.543.6101

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