Admissions Expertise What are the differences between college and conservatory dance departments? The difference isn't the quality of academics. The difference is that you won't have the traditional college experience if you attend a conservatory. There won't be any college football games, fraternities/sororities, coursework in topics like science or US History, etc. Want to see all of Michael's expertise? Click here to see full profile Want to see more expertise in Fine and Performing Arts? Click here to see all expertise