Oral Roberts University
B.A. in Dance · College of Arts & Cultural Studies
Tulsa, OK
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About the Program
Oral Roberts University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Dance, describing itself as "one of the few Christian universities offering a dance degree" and equipping students to be "Spirit-empowered artist[s] prepared to influence the world through movement." The program provides rigorous training in ballet, modern dance, choreography, and improvisation, with three concentrations: Dance Management, Dance Performance, and Dance Pre-Movement Therapy. It is housed in the Theatre, Dance and Visual Arts Department within the College of Arts & Cultural Studies in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Arts in Dance
- •Dance Management
- •Dance Performance
- •Dance Pre-Movement Therapy
Concentrations
Coursework
Curriculum includes Dance Form Techniques, Improvisation & Choreography, Performance Experience, Dance for Worship, Dance History, Anatomy & Physiology, Dance Pedagogy, and Performing Arts Management. The Pre-Movement Therapy concentration emphasizes modern dance, creative expression, and psychology as pre-professional preparation toward Registered Dance/Movement Therapist (R-DMT) certification. Audition with the dance department required after university admission.
Performance Opportunities
Two annual dance concerts, a Christmas concert, musicals, student choreography showcases, and attendance at the American College Dance Association (ACDA) conference.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Nearly 100% of full-time undergraduate residential students receive ORU grants and scholarships; the Quest Whole Leader Scholarship is available.
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