What is an MA in Dance?

An MA (Master of Arts) in dance is typically an academic/research degree, often focused on dance education, therapy, or history. Distinct from MFA in that MFA is the terminal art-practice degree.

Colleges · Degree directory

Master of Arts (MA) Dance Programs

18 US college and university dance programs offering Master of Arts (MA). Programs are spread across 12 states and 18 cities. Free to browse. Updated weekly.

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States
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NASD accredited
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Conservatories

All MA programs, by state

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Showing 18 programs

California

University of California-Los Angeles
Los Angeles · Research University
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University of Silicon Andhra (Aria University)
Milpitas · Specialty School
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California State University Long Beach
Long Beach · Research UniversityNASD
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Frequently asked questions

What is an MA in Dance?: An MA (Master of Arts) in dance is typically an academic/research degree, often focused on dance education, therapy, or history. Distinct from MFA in that MFA is the terminal art-practice degree.
How many US MA dance programs are in our directory?: 18 programs across 12 states.

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