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Dance Programs in Pennsylvania

BFA, BA, MFA, Minor & Community College Directory

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

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15

Programs

5

BFA

13

Cities

0

Conservatories

Featured programs in Pennsylvania

Cedar Crest College

Allentown, PA

BAMinor

DeSales University

Center Valley, PA

BA

Dickinson College

Carlisle, PA

BAMinor

All Pennsylvania programs by institution type

Liberal Arts

6 programs

Religious-Affiliated

4 programs

Private University

3 programs

Research University

2 programs

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Frequently asked questions

How many college dance programs are in Pennsylvania?
We track 15 college and university dance programs in Pennsylvania — 5 offer BFA degrees, 1 offers MFA, across 13 cities.
Which Pennsylvania dance programs are NASD-accredited?
4 Pennsylvania programs in our directory are NASD-accredited, including Mercyhurst University, Point Park University, Temple University. NASD accreditation is the national standard for dance-degree programs.
Does Pennsylvania have any dance conservatories?
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania BFA program?
Yes — most 4-year BFA and BA dance programs in Pennsylvania 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.