Dance

general overview

Coker College offers a major in dance with three concentrations to provide students with the opportunity to pursue a track of study best suited for their individual career goal. These concentrations are performance/choreography, movement analysis, dance therapies, and dance education. Coker dance majors are prepared for performance-related work and for additional study at the graduate level. As a dance major, you will have access to the Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center, which includes two dance studios and the Watson Theater (a 466-seat proscenium theater). The performing arts center also houses and the versatile 80-seat Black Box Theater, a rehearsal studio, scene and costume shops, and Coker’s fine arts collection in the Stein Gallery.

graduation requirements

Students majoring in dance are required to complete one of four concentrations. Consult the academic catalog for specific graduation requirements.

major in dance

Coursework: Classes such as Beginning/Intermediate Modern Dance Technique, Ballet Technique, Dance Improvisation, Dance History, and Dance Composition.

concentration in performance/choreography

Coursework: Classes such as Acting for Dance, Dance Conditioning, and Repertory Dance Company.

concentration in movement analysis/therapies

Coursework: Classes such as Human Anatomy and Physiology, Dance Conditioning, Dance Science, and Injury Prevention.

concentration in dance education

Students have the options of completing additional majors, minors, or specializations. Students can apply for an Honors Project in their major.

scholarship information

Scholarships are available to talented students who plan to major in dance. Students interested in receiving a scholarship are required to audition and submit an application and recommendation. Students may also be eligible for academic, state, and federal aid in addition to any dance scholarships they receive. Coker awards approximately $5.1 million in scholarships annually. After receiving their student’s financial aid award, many families find that it costs the same, or less, to attend Coker as it would to attend a state university.

audition requirements

You will be required to take two dance classes with current majors. Please contact the Office of Admissions for arrangements. Attire: Black leotard and pink tights. The classes are offered on Monday through Thursday during the school year from 8 to 10 a.m.

2011-2012 Audition Dates:
October 8 (11am-4pm)
March 24 (11am-4pm)
April 14 (11am-4pm)

Auditioning dancers should prepare a 1-2 minute solo in any style of dance. Dance concerts are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on October 8 and March 24, and auditioning dancers have the option to attend the performances.

about coker college

Coker is an independent, comprehensive liberal arts college founded in 1908. The living and learning environment fosters participation in the community of scholarship and the development of ethical character, leadership skills and social responsibility. Coker’s mission is to graduate well-rounded students who are analytical and creative thinkers, and effective communicators.

visit us

There’s nothing like experiencing Coker for yourself, and we invite you to visit our campus. To schedule a tour, contact Coker Admissions and we will customize your visit to suit your interests. Please contact us at least one week before you’d like to visit. We can reserve some time just for you. We offer tours at 10 am and 2 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and at 11 am and 2 pm on Tuesday and Thursday. Visits can also be made by special arrangement on the weekends.