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Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen

The Dance - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is a Bachelor program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 28, 2027.

About Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification

Program Overview

The Bachelor's degree in Dance (with 7-12 Teacher Certification) provides a broad coverage of dance training, including dance technique, improvisational and choreographic skills, music for dancers, historical and cultural dimensions of dance, dance production, dance science, and theories of dance. The Dance Department provides students with the opportunity to prepare for a variety of dance careers, offering both a broad base of study and an opportunity for more intensive work in areas of specific interest.

This program prepares students for teacher certification in Secondary Dance. Students receive preparation in multiple areas of dance as well as 24 hours of education courses. The required courses are aligned with the state of Texas requirements for teacher certification (TExES). This program is also recommended for students who are interested in teaching in the private studio setting.

UTRGV is approved by the State Board of Educator Certification to recommend students who complete all requirements of this degree for teaching certification.

Disciplines

College of Fine Arts

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Entry Requirements

You have decided to experience your college education in another country and UTRGV is ready to support you on this journey. We'll help make the process here as seamless as possible by guiding you through the application process and helping with academic advisement in your chosen major.

An applicant is considered an international student if the applicant meets the following conditions:

Not a citizen, permanent resident, or have an application on file to become a permanent resident of the United States, and
Will be attending UTRGV on a visa. Most international students attending UTRGV are on an F-1 student visa or a J-1 visa.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 61

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification

Possible Career Options

A BA in Dance opens the door to a career in teaching dance at the secondary school level or in a private studio setting.

Dance Teacher

College Dance Professor

Choreographer

Dance Studio Owner

Musical Theatre Dancer

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Application Fee 50

How to Apply for Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Fill out the UTRGV international application online at applytexas.org.
Pay a $50 non-refundable application fee through ApplyTexas.
Submit official scores from one of the following English Proficiency Exams unless you qualify for an exemption:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- IELTS; or
- Duolingo English Test
If you attended a foreign high school or college, you must send your transcript to get evaluated by SPANTRAN, Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA), or World Education Services (WES). SPANTRAN, FCSA, or WES are the only companies accepted by UTRGV for foreign evaluations.
For First-Year Students: Admissions Essay A or B through ApplyTexas.
For First-Year Students and Transfer students with less than 24 college hours noted on their foreign evaluation: For the 2023-2024 application cycle, UTRGV remains test-optional. If you have taken the ACT or SAT exams and wish to send us your official scores, contact the testing agency. The UTRGV school code for ACT is 6991, and for SAT 6568.

Bachelor of Dance - Teacher Certification at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

United States of America, Aberdeen