Degree: Master of Arts (MA)
Field of Study: Contemporary Dance

Program Overview

Although the graduate dance program is geared toward the Master of Fine Arts degree, all graduate students begin in the Master of Arts program. Advancement to the MFA program can occur upon faculty recommendation to the Dean of Graduate Studies in the third or fourth semester. The course work for the 30 credit hour MA may be similar to that for the Master of Fine Arts though not as extensive. The candidate’s program of study will be designed by the primary dance faculty. The School of Graduate Studies and the Department of Dance, in accordance with the Ohio Department of Education, require a minimum grade point average of 3.0.

Graduate Policies

For graduate policies and procedures, please review the School of Graduate Studies section of the General Bulletin.

Program Requirements

MA candidates must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours, following a program similar to that suggested below. The principal faculty advisor may suggest modifications.

The program recommends the School of Graduate Studies' plan B, with requirements including a non-performance, non-production thesis on a topic approved by the primary program faculty. The thesis must be a substantial contribution to the field, with potential for publication or presentation. The MA thesis must be completed no later than one academic year beyond the completion of the course requirements.