CONTACT US:
CLA Career Services
135 Johnston Hall
101 Pleasant St SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
email: cclc@umn.edu
phone: 612-624-7577
fax: 612-625-4832
hours: 8 am - 4:30 pm, M-F
CLA Career Services are offered through
the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC)
CCLC Staff
Resource Room
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What can I do with a major in...
Dance?You can do a lot with this major! Among the many careers options open to Dance majors, some of the most common are dancer, choreographer, performer, instructor, and artist.
The U of M Dance Program offers two degree options: Bachlor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA). The BA is in general dance studies. The BFA involves more in-depth study of dance technique and performance.
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For information beyond what you find below, stop by the Career and Community Learning Center in 135 Johnston Hall. We have huge What Can I Do With a Major in.... ? binders, including one for every single major in CLA. We update these binders all the time, and in them you'll find more in-depth information than we can provide here. You can also get individual guidance exploring majors and career paths. Stop by.
Career Titles of U of M Alumni with this Major
Below are job titles of recent graduates and experienced professionals. Linked job titles provide more information about the individual and their background. Please keep in mind that individual profiles may have changed since this information was first compiled.
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- Choreographer and Dance Instructor
- Customer Service Agent / Yoga Instructor
- Dancer, Dance Teacher, Arts Administrator
- Freelance Dancer, Choreographer and Teacher
- Office Specialist, University of Minnesota Dance Program
- Dance Theatre President
- Dancer and Teacher, San Francisco
- Dance Teacher, Taft High School
- Administrative and Personal Assistant, Ejam Records/Simon Industries
- Program Associate, University of Minnesota
- Recruiting Coordinator, UnitedHealth Group
- Senior Office Assistant, University of Minnesota
- Workers Compensation Administrator, Argenbright
Other Common Career Titles for this Major:
- Dancer
- Actor
- Arts Educator
- Choreographer
- Teacher
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Skills You Acquire with this Major
Dance majors develop great skills
that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include:
- Independent, self-motivated work ethic
- Rhythm, coordination,
and physicality
- Discipline and
memorization skills
- Ability to work well
with diverse groups
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Public Service Opportunities
If you're interested in doing volunteer work related to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center can help. Advisors at our 345 Fraser Hall office can guide your search for a volunteer position that matches your interests. When you volunteer in the community, you work for a good cause and explore potential career options. Volunteering also provides you with opportunities to network, build your resume, and develop professional skills.
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