Admissions Expertise What are the differences between college and conservatory dance departments? At a conservatory you will be dancing most of the day as that is what you are there for. You will have few classes outside of ballet.At a college, it will be your major, but you will take ballet classes along with your other classes. A college will require you to take courses in the math & science area, the social sciences, language & culture, etc. Generally about 1/3 of your college credits will be in your major area. Want to see all of Corey's expertise? Click here to see full profile Want to see more expertise in Fine and Performing Arts? Click here to see all expertise