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Dance Programs in Missouri

BFA, BA, MFA, Minor & Community College Directory

6 college dance programs in Missouri across 4 institution types. BFA, BA, MFA, minor, and AA transfer pathways. Free to browse. Updated weekly.

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6

Programs

3

BFA

4

Cities

0

Conservatories

Featured programs in Missouri

Lindenwood University

Saint Charles, MO

BABFA

Missouri Valley College

Marshall, MO

BAMinor

Washington University in St. Louis

Saint Louis, MO

BAMinorMFA

All Missouri programs by institution type

Private University

3 programs

Liberal Arts

1 program

Specialty School

1 program

Research University

1 program

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Frequently asked questions

How many college dance programs are in Missouri?
We track 6 college and university dance programs in Missouri — 3 offer BFA degrees, 1 offers MFA, across 4 cities.
Which Missouri dance programs are NASD-accredited?
2 Missouri programs in our directory are NASD-accredited, including COCA Center of Creative Arts, University of Missouri-Kansas City. NASD accreditation is the national standard for dance-degree programs.
Does Missouri have any dance conservatories?
Missouri doesn't currently have a dedicated dance conservatory in our directory. BFA and BA dance programs at universities in the state offer similar training.
What's the difference between a BFA and a BA in dance?
A BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts) is a professional degree with ~75% studio + 25% academic coursework — best for students headed into performance, choreography, or industry careers. A BA (Bachelor of Arts) is closer to 50/50, giving flexibility for double majors, teaching credentials, or dance-adjacent careers.
Can community college dance students transfer to a Missouri BFA program?
Yes — most 4-year BFA and BA dance programs in Missouri accept community college transfers with an AA in dance or a general-education AA plus dance coursework. Individual credit acceptance varies; contact the receiving institution's admissions office. See our AA (transfer path) page for community colleges with dance programs.