Dance

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Contact the Program Director

Program Phone

480-461-7551

Darin W. Shryock

Faculty Chair - Musical Theatre

Office: MU 43

This program is part of the Performing Arts and Production Department.

Field of Interest

Field of Interest: Visual and Performing Arts
Dance

Prepare for a rewarding career in the arts.

If you’re considering a career in the performing arts, our program offers two outstanding educational pathways depending on your goals—whether you want to prepare for a career in dance performance, choreography, teaching, or fitness instruction, or whether you're looking to diversify your dance portfolio through technology, kinesiology, performance, and real-world application.

Associate Degree

MCC’s associate degrees enhance your resume and prepare you to enter the workforce with an advantage. Whether you are interested in simply completing basic, required college courses or specializing in a specific area, there’s a degree for you.

A list of available associate degrees offered in the Dance program
Name Type Title Courses
Associate in Arts, Fine Arts AAFA Associate in Arts, Fine Arts, Emphasis in Dance

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of a degree within the Dance program may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages*. Some occupations may require additional education or training. You can click on any occupation to view more detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Financial Aid

You can get a high-quality, affordable education. MCC’s low tuition rates and various financial aid opportunities make it possible. Explore federal and state grants, Federal Work-Study, scholarships, student loans, and other options today.

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Become a Student

Click here for MCC’s easy-to-use Enrollment Steps.

Before signing up for classes, you’ll want to connect with an academic advisor. Together, you’ll lay out an academic plan that suits you best. This step is essential to your academic success.