Program Details

Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts

Bachelor of Arts

Sweet Briar College

This is a strongly interdisciplinary major that allows students to pursue one area in great depth while encouraging collaboration with other performing arts as much as possible. We recognize that students may be interested in specific disciplines, so the performing arts major has three tracks - dance, music and theatre.

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree	This major is for students who want to pursue one area in great depth while collaborating with other performing arts. There are three tracks to choose from for the main area of study -- dance, music, and theatre.
Program Requirement Notes	Program Requirement Notes Select one of three tracks - Dance, Music, or Theatre. Depending on the track selected, the major requires 32.0 to 41.0 hours of coursework. Each track also includes a senior performance/seminar.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	First-year course selections are dependent on the track the student is interested in pursuing. Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Sweet Briar College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree	Pair this major with minors in other performance arts for further depth of study. We also offer teacher licensure. Sweet Briar offers a certificate in arts management that enhances the interdisciplinary nature of the performing arts.
Program Successes & Highlights	Sweet Briar has a close connection to the Virginia Center for the Creative Arts that brings in working artists that interacts with students. Graduates of the program pursue a variety of paths, including: graduate study, professional performance, music and drama therapy, teaching, composing, choreographing, musical directing, design, banking, and law.

Program Credit Requirements

Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

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Applicable Admissions Agreements

There are no Applicable Admission Agreements for the Program.

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Exemption from the general education requirement, our Leadership Core. Completion of an associates degree (AA,AS, or AA&S) replaces Sweet Briar's required leadership core curriculum, the college's version of traditional general education requirements. Eligible students may move directly into coursework that fulfills the requirements of their major of choice.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	Completion of an associates degree (AA,AS, or AA&S) replaces Sweet Briar's required leadership core curriculum, the college's version of traditional general education requirements. Eligible students may move directly into coursework that fulfills the requirements of their major of choice.
Credit for Prior Learning	We accept AP and IB results for college credit if the score earned meets college expectations.
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Sweet Briar College

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Number of Transfer Students

Percent of Accepted Transfer Students

65%

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Sweet Briar has a total enrollment of about 460 students, of which approximately 80 are transfer students. Our average class size is about 12 and the vast majority of our students live on campus.
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by the first semester of attendance. However, students can petition to move back a year to be in the same catalog year as their classmates.
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog year determined by the first semester of attendance.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	Same as other transfer students.

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts	Associate	Associate of Applied Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Film Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Photo Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community College	Associate of Art degree in Liberal Arts: Fine Arts Major	Associate	Associate of Art	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community College	Music, A.F.A.	Associate	Associate of Fine Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community College	Associate of Arts in Art	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community College	Associate of Arts in Theatre/Drama	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Ferrum College	B.F.A. in Music and Theatre: Professional Stage Performance	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Arts Degree in Fine Arts	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Acting	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Arts Administration	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Directing/Dramatic Literature	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Design/Technical Theater	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Musical Theater	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Theater Studies	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art - Art Education PK-12 BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Artist’s Books and Printmaking BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Design in Craft BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Painting/Drawing BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Photography BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music - Piano Pedagogy Emphasis BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Choral Track BM	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Instrumental Track BM	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Performance BM	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Design and Technology BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Performance BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Education PK-12 BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Generalist BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Richard Bland College	Associate of Arts	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
The University of Virginia's College at Wise	Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
George Mason University	Art and Visual Technology, BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
George Mason University	Art and Visual Technology, BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
University of Mary Washington	BA in Theatre	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Emory & Henry University	Art: Studio (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
25-1121.00	Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary	Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.	Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-1019.00	Artists and Related Workers, All Other	All artists and related workers not listed separately.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1012.00	Craft Artists	Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1013.00	Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators	Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-4021.00	Photographers	Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 120 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Sweet Briar College These costs are based on an estimated 8 semesters or 4 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category	Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition	$11,865	Per Semester	$94,920	$0	$94,920	Per semester tuition for a full time status of 12 - 19 credit hours. $990 per credit hour for part-time students or for credits taken over 19
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Technology Fee	$380	Per Semester	$3,040	0	$3,040
Student Life Fee	$600	Per Semester	$4,800	0	$4,800	Reduced to 100 for non-residential students

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Tuition & Fee Notes:

New Student Reservation Fee
- $250 non-refundable fee credited on the first-term fees.
Course Supply Fee
- $100 - Only for applicable courses (such as science labs and arts)
Additional Fees
- Additional fees may include Health Fee ($400), Parking Fee ($170), Post Office box ($72), Graduation ($150) and riding fees (vary) per year.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.