UNCSA School of Dance

Perform at the Height of Creativity

High School and Undergraduate Dance

Is the School of Dance right for you?

Make a Statement

Through our rigorous and nurturing conservatory experience, you will explore a diverse, world-class repertory that develops talented young performers into technically sound, artistically sensitive and stylistically versatile professional dancers.

Sharpen Your Craft

You'll focus in the fundamentals of ballet or contemporary dance, but you'll cross-train. Both concentrations emphasize the strong fundamentals particular to each, while gaining inspiration and versatility
from the other.

Nurture Your Talent

We have a deep dedication to preserving and prioritizing the health and wellness of our dancers, with trainers, nutritionists and physical therapists on hand to care for students.

Set Your Career in Motion

Our industry connections are unrivaled. You will learn and grow by working with renowned faculty and choreographers from around the world to prepare you for life after graduation.

Distinct degree programs

Pickle Profile: Juel D. Lane

UNCSA School of Dance alumnus and award-winning choreographer Juel D. Lane shares his greatest takeaways from his time in school. He frequently returns to campus as a guest artist, and in 2020, he released a new creative work, "Touch & Agree."

Photo Credit: Photographer: Shocphoto, Designer: Gibron, Makeup: Ishmael

I learned to understand the meaning of actually having a voice and creating your voice. It gave me a certain freedom and a safe place.

Alumna

Camille A. BrownContemporary Dance ’01