The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Dance with a Dance Education concentration prepares students to teach dance in public schools. Successful graduates will earn New Jersey teaching certification in Dance P-12. Students must apply and be admitted to the Teacher Education program, which generally happens in the Spring of the sophomore year. In this program, you will combine a liberal arts degree with conservatory-based training. Expert faculty will guide you on your journey to becoming a professional dancer, choreographer, critic or dance teacher. (Note: Students in all Theatre & Dance majors must pass yearly juries/portfolio reviews for continuation in the pre-professional programs.) 120 credits of coursework is required for the baccalaureate degree with a minimum 3.0 overall GPA. Major GPA requirements differ depending on field of study.