Appalachian State University's Department of Theatre and Dance engages in an academic program that provides course work and programs leading to a B.A. in Dance, a B.A. in Theatre, a B.S. with licensure in Theatre, a minor in theatre, a minor in dance, and courses to meet general education requirements in the humanities.

The academic program is enhanced by a strong co-curricular production program that requires the faculty to engage in creative and administrative activity encompassing fully mounted theatre, dance, and touring productions that serve as an outreach component to the region and the state. Student-produced, faculty-supervised laboratory productions also provide co-curricular support.

ASU Theatre & Dance programs are accredited by:
The National Association of Schools of Theatre
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

Appalachian State University is committed to equality in educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students or employees on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability or sexual orientation. Appalachian also actively promotes diversity among students and employees.