Program Overview
The Dance MFA at Temple University is a MA programme in Arts & Design over 48 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 MFA 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: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dance MFA 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
- [\'Educational Inquiry in Dance\', \'Graduate Seminar\', \'Research Methods in Dance\', \'The Creative Process and the Dance Symbol\', \'Corporeal Improvisation\', \'Movement Theater Workshop\', \'Choreographing Philadelphia\', \'Studio Research (taken each of five terms until the Master\\x92s Concert and Thesis term)\', \'Dancing Self in Community\', \'Embodied Craft\', \'The Body Politic\', \'Dancing the City\', \'Educating Dance\', \'Concepts of Culture\', "Master\'s Concert in Dance"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Letters of Reference:
Number Required:\xc2\xa02
From Whom:\xc2\xa0Letters of recommendation should be obtained from qualified representatives of academic or professional communities in dance.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:\xc2\xa0Applicants should have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and an undergraduate degree in Dance or equivalent professional experience. Depending on the applicant\'s professional goals, certain prerequisite courses may be assigned to fill in any gaps in preparation.
Bachelor\'s Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:\xc2\xa0A baccalaureate degree is required.
Statement of Goals:\xc2\xa0In 1 to 2 pages, detail your focus and artistic vision in dance. The M.F.A. faculty reviews this document in relation to the audition, choreographic showing, and resume to determine your fit with the M.F.A. program and what the faculty can offer. Curiosity and openness are sought.
Standardized Test Scores:
TOEFL: 79 iBT or 550 PBT minimum
Graduate Interview Day:\xc2\xa0All applicants are expected to attend the Dance Department\xc2\x92s graduate interview day or to make other arrangements to complete interview day requirements. The day includes a workshop class with portions taught by several members of the faculty, presentation of a 3-5 minute self-choreographed solo, and an interview. All applicants are interviewed by one or more members of the M.F.A. faculty.
Resume:\xc2\xa0A resume detailing experience in dance, art, education, scholarship, and/or public leadership is required.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 1,318 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Temple 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 Temple University
Temple University
Philadelphia, United States
Temple University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2011-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 48 months