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Majors
- BFA IN DANCE
The BFA (132 credits) is a course of study designed to provide students with a concentrated experience in dance as an art form. Entry into the BFA program is by audition only. The program is geared toward students who plan to pursue careers in performance and choreography. A personal interview with a member of the dance faculty is required prior to registration as a major. - BA MAJOR IN DANCE
The BA degree is fulfilled with a minimum of 124 credits (45 in dance and 79 outside the major). The emphasis is on the study of dance technique, composition, performance, and production and complements the existing academic programs. This degree allows students to pursue a double major or minor in other subjects, if desired. A personal interview with a member of the dance faculty is highly recommended prior to registration as a major. - BS IN EDUCATION: DANCE EDUCATION
This program is designed to prepare prospective dance teachers to be highly skilled and creative dancers and choreographers, as well as educators able to meet the varied needs of children. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible for New York state initial certification as a teacher of dance in all grades.
The Art of Movement
Dance/Class of ’05
The long hours Remi Harris put in as a dance major at Hofstra were a labor of love that birthed longtime friendships and a dynamic career where she not only performs but also choreographs, teaches and works as a performance curator.
Minors
- MINOR IN DANCE
The dance minor consists of 18 credits including Dance Appreciation, Dance History, and Choreography, as well as technique classes. - MINOR IN MUSICAL THEATER
Entry is by audition only. An interdisciplinary minor which consists of successful completion of 18 semester hours, at least 9 hours in residence, including a selection of classes from the Dance program and the Department of Music. To participate in the Musical Theater minor, the student must be enrolled in voice lessons each semester or under the tutelage of a private vocal instructor.
Courses
Hofstra Dance has been named one of “The Top 30 College Dance Programs for 2019-2020” by OnStageBlog.com