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16 Dance Master's Degree Programs in USA


University of Oklahoma
Dance, M.F.A. in Dance
- Norman, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Fine Arts in Dance program is designed for students who want to deepen their dance knowledge and develop their artistic voice. It offers a mix of advanced coursework in dance techniques,...


The University of Arizona
Master of Fine Arts in Dance
- Tucson, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Fine Arts in Dance program is designed to prepare students for advanced careers in dance through comprehensive training that combines creative, technical, and scholarly approaches. The p...
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University of New Mexico
Master of Fine Arts in Dance
- Albuquerque, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master of Fine Arts in Dance is designed for students who want to develop advanced skills in dance performance, choreography, and teaching. The program focuses on fostering artistic growth through...


The University of Iowa
Dance, MFA
- Iowa City, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Dance MFA program offers students a chance to deepen their skills in dance, focusing on both creative development and academic exploration. This program combines mentored coaching, performance opp...


Arizona State University
Dance, MFA
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Dance MFA program at Arizona State University offers a rigorous and comprehensive curriculum designed to develop advanced skills in dance performance, choreography, and research. Students engage i...


University of North Carolina - Greensboro
Dance, M.F.A.
- Greensboro, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Dance M.F.A. program at UNC Greensboro offers a comprehensive and immersive graduate education designed to develop advanced skills in dance performance, choreography, and teaching. The curriculum ...


The University of Alabama
Dance, MFA
- Tuscaloosa, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Dance MFA program is designed for students who want to deepen their skills in dance performance, choreography, and teaching. It offers a flexible curriculum that allows students to focus on areas ...


University of Washington
Dance, MFA
- Seattle, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The MFA in Dance program at this university is designed for students who want to deepen their artistic skills and explore their unique voice in dance. It offers a combination of rigorous training, cre...


Washington University In St. Louis
Master's in Dance
- Skinker DeBaliviere, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master’s in Dance program is designed to prepare students for diverse careers in the dance field through a balance of artistic growth and professional development. It emphasizes hands-on practice,...


State University of New York at Brockport
Master of Fine Arts - Dance
- Brockport, USA
Master degree
On-Campus
English
Discover your unique choreographic identity. Immerse yourself in a program of creative endeavors, exploration of historical and multicultural dimensions, and disciplined physical training culminate in a degree that mirrors the contemporary landscape of dance.


University of Maryland
Master's in Dance (DANC)
- Adelphi, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Master's in Dance (DANC) program offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to deepen students' theoretical understanding and practical skills in dance. It emphasizes the development of advanced c...


Arizona State University
Dance (Interdisciplinary Digital Media and Perform.), MFA
- Central City, USA
- Tempe, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Dance (Interdisciplinary Digital Media and Performance) MFA program is designed to integrate traditional dance practices with innovative digital media technologies, fostering a creative environmen...


University of Colorado Boulder
Dance, MFA
- Boulder, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The MFA in Dance program is designed to support students in developing their skills as professional artists. It offers a combination of rigorous technical training, creative exploration, and research ...


City University Of New York
Master in Dance Education (grades: P-12)
- New York, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The program focuses on preparing students to teach dance across grades P-12, emphasizing both practical teaching skills and a deep understanding of dance as an art form. It combines coursework in danc...


University of Utah
Modern Dance MFA
- Salt Lake City, USA
Master degree
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Modern Dance MFA program is designed for dancers and choreographers who want to deepen their skills and explore new creative directions. It offers a combination of rigorous training and experiment...
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A Master’s degree in Dance in the USA offers a unique blend of artistic expression and academic rigor, preparing you for a diverse range of careers in the performing arts. This level of study emphasizes both theoretical and practical approaches, shaping your understanding of choreography, performance, and pedagogy.
Through specialized courses in dance theory, creative practices, and performance methodologies, you’ll learn to analyze and create innovative dance works. The curriculum often includes opportunities for collaboration in ensemble settings and community engagement projects, enhancing your skills in leadership and initiative. Many programs encourage independent research, allowing you to explore dance history or cultural studies and apply your findings to contemporary practice.
Students build confidence as they engage with diverse dance forms and techniques, deepening their artistic voice. Graduates pursue careers as choreographers, educators, or dance therapists, and often find roles in educational institutions, dance companies, and cultural organizations. The Master’s experience emphasizes adaptability, critical thinking, and creativity, making it a solid foundation for a vibrant career in dance.