Dance is a movement-based art form. Students of dance and other performing arts often develop confidence, self-awareness, and self-discipline through their coursework and practice. Graduates of the topic might seek to become professional dancers, drama therapists, or teachers.

A few universities in the United States have extension programs in various parts of Jamaica. Most of the students who enroll in these part-time programs are working professionals who want to continue their education without having to relocate closer to the nation's Universities. Jamaica is the third largest island in the Caribbean.