Bachelor in Dance

Alfred University, founded in 1836 in Alfred, New York, is a private university that combines a long history with a hands-on, creative approach to learning. Hosting about 2,000 students and roughly 160 international students, Alfred offers around 85 undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, sciences, engineering, business and education. The campus is known for state-of-the-art studios, labs and maker spaces that support small-group instruction and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Students at Alfred benefit from small class sizes and close mentoring by faculty who are active practitioners and researchers, which helps translate theory into practical projects, exhibitions and design work. Campus life encourages community involvement, leadership and experiential opportunities like internships, co-ops and regional partnerships. International students find accessible advising, language support and a compact campus that makes it easier to integrate socially and academically.

Career preparation is integrated into curricula, with career services, alumni networks and employer connections that assist students in finding internships and graduate pathways. The university emphasizes social responsibility and creative problem solving, preparing graduates for diverse careers or further study. Prospective international applicants should review program requirements, connect with departments for project examples and plan housing and visa steps early to ensure a smooth transition to campus life.

The Bachelor in Dance program at Alfred University is a 4-year degree for students who want to create, connect, and perform through dance. This program is open to students of all levels and helps them develop their skills in dance technique, composition, and performance.

The curriculum includes core courses like Fundamentals of Dance, Modern I, and Dance History, as well as electives like Jazz Dance, Contact Improvisation, and Laban Movement Studies. Students also get to participate in the Alfred University Dance Theatre and take part in improvisation and composition classes.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Dance Instructors, Choreographers, Dance Therapists, Arts Administrators, or Performance Artists. They can work in dance companies, schools, community centers, or as freelancers, using their skills to create and perform dance pieces, teach dance classes, or manage dance-related events and programs.