Dance
Love to move, perform, and express yourself? Our Dance program can help turn your passion into a career.
The Career Field
Dance professionals use movement and creativity to perform styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and contemporary dance. Career opportunities include performing, choreography, teaching, arts administration, and other roles in the performing arts. Employment for dancers and choreographers is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations.
The Program
Students develop the academic, technical, and creative skills needed for success in dance. Through hands-on training, portfolio development, and industry connections, they gain experience in styles such as ballet, jazz, hip-hop, tap, and contemporary dance while building skills in choreography and performance. This well-rounded program prepares students for college, professional training, and careers in the performing arts.
Career Opportunities
- Dancer
- Choreographer
- Actor/Singer
- Artistic Director
- Music Director
- Composer
- Dance Teacher/Instructor
- Arts Administrator
- Dance/Movement Therapist
- Stage Manager
Certificates
IAAP (Individual Arts Assessment Pathway) endorsement
Industry Partners
- Redhouse Arts Center
- Symphoria
- Visit Syracuse
- Gearhead Rentals
- Everson Museum of Art
- CNY Film Professionals
How to get there
