Associate of Arts in Dance
Santa Barbara City College
USA,California
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24 Months
Duration
CAD 10,296/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 75
Application Fee
Jan 2026
Apply Date
USA, California
Type: College
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1909
Total Students: 13,611 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
721 Cliff Dr, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, United States
Associate of Arts in Dance
Program Overview
Dance is a vigorous and specialized area in the performing arts, and is unique in its ability to convey emotional and cultural values. Dance is physically demanding and requires a thorough understanding of aesthetic values.
This program is primarily designed for the student who intends to transfer to University of California at Santa Barbara, or to other universities that offer baccalaureate preparation in Dance. Additionally, the program provides an excellent foundation in dance for students interested in other performing arts fields or entry level into the workforce, such as study owner/employee.
The Dance program prepares the serious dance student for university transfer and provides dance training and enrichment for both the beginning and the advance dancer. The program offers a comprehensive curriculum with a broad range of dance courses to nurture versatile dance artists. The Dance Department under Physical Education encourages students to think independently, to value creative thought and diversity, and to be responsible global citizens. The goal of the Dance program is to prepare students for future careers in performance, choreography, teaching, and related careers in dance. The program offers a wide array of dance classes designed to cultivate technique, creativity, and performance skills while enhancing self-confidence, creative thought/expression, and critical thinking.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 75 Tuition Fee
CAD 10,296 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Santa Barbara City College
CAD 11,700 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
