Study in the major field takes place with a faculty of national and international reputation, capable of working with students at the professional level.
Students also work closely with visiting artists who come to campus and set works each semester.
An ambitious annual schedule of a minimum of seven departmental concerts allows students ample performing and choreographic opportunities. Students are also required to complete the Senior Performance, in which they assume creative and production responsibility in the public performance of a substantial group work. This experience is seen as particularly valuable in preparing for an educational career. The Department of Dance requires four courses in dance teaching methods. An admission portfolio to the college of Education is completed in the sophomore year and at least 20 additional semester hours are required.