3 Semester Pathway (Standard GGP) - Undergraduate - Transfer to Bachelor of Arts - Dance

If you meet the academic entry requirements of a James Madison University bachelor's degree and need to improve your English language IELTS score, we offer the International Year program. International Year (IY) is a fast-track pathway to second-year placement into a James Madison University bachelor's degree. It includes specialized courses in American culture, Intensive English Program (IEP) and study skills to help you adjust to US teaching methods and resources. You’ll also take courses from year 1 of your chosen degree program. The program is split into courses across semesters. Your program duration will depend on your English language skill level on entry.

The James Madison University Dance Program is a place where young artists come to grow, be challenged, and join a diverse artistic community. We offer a Bachelor of Arts degree with a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for a diverse range of career paths. A career in “Dance” is a wide spectrum, and we work with each student to help define and shape their individual path. Our program is built on the premise that we work as a community.