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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer Out2-YearLos Angeles

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer Out2-YearLos Angeles

Training

Two-year occupational degree rooted in ballet, jazz, and modern technique

Explores contemporary, commercial, cultural, and camera-focused dance styles alongside acting and musical theatre

Performance & Creation

Dance productions expose students to varied choreographers and choreographic processes

Program completion includes an originally choreographed production

Program Format

Offered at AMDA Los Angeles

Associate of Occupational Studies degree completed in two years

School Info

Snapshot

24%

Admit Rate

school-wide

72%

Grad Rate

1.4K

Enrollment

$27K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$49,800

Before aid

Average Net Price

$41,416

After aid

Tuition Costs · amda.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 10h ago

Program Highlights

Training

Two-year occupational degree rooted in ballet, jazz, and modern technique

Explores contemporary, commercial, cultural, and camera-focused dance styles alongside acting and musical theatre

Performance & Creation

Dance productions expose students to varied choreographers and choreographic processes

Program completion includes an originally choreographed production

Program Format

Offered at AMDA Los Angeles

Associate of Occupational Studies degree completed in two years

Program Highlights

Training

Two-year occupational degree rooted in ballet, jazz, and modern technique

Explores contemporary, commercial, cultural, and camera-focused dance styles alongside acting and musical theatre

Performance & Creation

Dance productions expose students to varied choreographers and choreographic processes

Program completion includes an originally choreographed production

Program Format

Offered at AMDA Los Angeles

Associate of Occupational Studies degree completed in two years

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Auditions

Virtual auditionJul 25, 2026

Los AngelesNew York City

Aug 23, 2026Sep 26, 2026Oct 24, 2026

SeoulAug 30, 2026

JakartaSep 2, 2026

Rio de JaneiroManilaSep 5, 2026

Sao PauloSep 9, 2026

PortlandSep 12, 2026

MontevideoSep 13, 2026

Buenos AiresSep 16, 2026

New DelhiLondonSep 26, 2026

LucknowSep 29, 2026

ParisSep 30, 2026

BengaluruOct 2, 2026

BarcelonaOct 3, 2026

MinneapolisOct 10, 2026

St. LouisOklahoma CityTorontoOct 24, 2026

Bay AreaWashington DCAtlantaHoustonSalt Lake CityOct 31, 2026

SacramentoRaleighPhiladelphiaSeattleNov 7, 2026

ChicagoCincinnatiSan JuanNov 14, 2026

TampaBostonNov 21, 2026

OrlandoDallasDec 5, 2026

IndianapolisRichmondDec 12, 2026

San DiegoDenverJan 16, 2027

CharlotteJan 23, 2027

MiamiJan 30, 2027

PhoenixNew OrleansFeb 6, 2027

Las VegasClevelandNashvilleFeb 20, 2027

AlbuquerqueAustinMar 13, 2027

DetroitPittsburghApr 3, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video Audition — On Your Own ScheduleRolling

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Audition Requirements

Dance

Solo Piece

60-90 seconds, in the style of your choice — must be choreographed and rehearsed

Provide your own music via MP3 player (bring a backup copy)

Solo should demonstrate your technical skill level

Dance Combination

May be taught two contrasting combinations at the audition

Styles may include: Classical Ballet, Modern, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, or Broadway

What to Avoid

Freestyle or improvised dance

Overt sexual movements

Costumes and props

Additional Materials

Resume

Include training and performance experience

Essay (Required)

500-word minimum

Prompt: Describe a challenging experience in your life and what you learned from it

Letters of Recommendation (Required)

One letter of recommendation

Transcript (Required)

Amda Auditions Tips Dance.Pdf · storage.amda.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Completed undergraduate application (Common App or AMDA direct)

Admission Pathway

Rolling admissions - apply anytime

Three enrollment terms per year: Spring, Summer, and Fall

Must be a junior or senior in high school, or a high school graduate

• Minimum GPA: 2.0

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Live audition with an AMDA audition coach — campus, national, or virtual via Zoom

Video audition option available for those unable to attend live

Be prepared to articulate why you are auditioning for AMDA and your professional goals

Introduce yourself to the adjudicator

Audition begins from your entrance and continues until you exit

Wait for adjudicator response before leaving the room

Request video submission form from your Admissions Advisor

Record full body (head to toe) in the frame — no close-ups

Slate: date, full name, city/country, program, and titles of pieces

Contact: (323) 490-1284 or admissionsteam@amda.edu

Attire

Women: leotard and tights to show the natural line of the body

Men: leotard or white T-shirt and tights or jazz pants

Shoes: all types of dance shoes; rubberized soles and braced heels recommended for women

Hair pulled back and away from face

Remove all jewelry before auditioning

Scholarship Info

Merit Scholarships

Up to $25,000 per year — automatically considered upon acceptance

No separate scholarship application required

AMDA awards over $25 million in scholarships annually

Ultimate Talent Competition (Year 2)

Partnership with iHeartRadio Broadway — one winner each in singing, dancing, and acting

Grand prize: full-tuition scholarship and live performance at Broadway in Bryant Park (Summer 2026)

Runs through May 18, 2026 — winners announced by June 1, 2026

Enter by opting in when scheduling your AMDA audition

Financial Aid

FAFSA school code: 016082

School Info

Snapshot

24%

Admit Rate

school-wide

72%

Grad Rate

1.4K

Enrollment

$27K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$49,800

Before aid

Average Net Price

$41,416

After aid

Tuition Costs · amda.edu College Scorecard

Training

Two-year occupational degree rooted in ballet, jazz, and modern technique

Explores contemporary, commercial, cultural, and camera-focused dance styles alongside acting and musical theatre

Performance & Creation

Dance productions expose students to varied choreographers and choreographic processes

Program completion includes an originally choreographed production

Program Format

Offered at AMDA Los Angeles

Associate of Occupational Studies degree completed in two years

Updated 10h ago