Program Overview
The Dance at George Washington University is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Dance programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dance programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Portfolio I: Performance
- Personal Aesthetics I: The Body
- Contemporary Dance History and Criticism
- Portfolio II: Choreography/Creativity
- Personal Aesthetics II: The Environment
- Choreography
- Dance Pedagogy
- Portfolio III: Artistic Initiative
- New Media & Dance
- Cultural Communities of Dance
- Personal Aesthetics III: Integration
- Career Networks in Dance
- Research Project I
- Research Project II
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Three (3) recommendations
- Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript.
- Statement of purpose
- Internet links of choreographic/performance work (45 minutes maximum), as well as a current resume.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,600 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact George Washington University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About George Washington University
George Washington University
Washington, United States
private university in Washington, D.C., USA
University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
