Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Intersectional, embodied practice rooted in social justice and Hip Hop culture
•Spans dance, music, visual arts, and voice within the Hip Hop tradition
•One of the first undergraduate programs in the U.S. dedicated to Hip Hop as an academic discipline
TRAINING
•Hip-hop dance technique, history, and cultural studies
•Creative practice across breaking, popping, locking, and contemporary hip-hop forms
•Community engagement and social justice frameworks embedded in coursework
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•BA structure supports double majors, minors, and liberal arts breadth
•Cross-disciplinary collaboration with music, film, and digital media programs
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
PriorityNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Arizona Resident Fee
$50Waiver
Auto-qualified based on financial circumstances in application
Domestic Nonresident Fee
$80
International Fee
$85
Program AppApplication
Deadline
Fall AdmissionJan 15, 2026
Good to Know
Select Bachelor of Arts in Performance and Movement as intended major on ASU application; declare Hip Hop Arts focus area within the department
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Direct admission — no audition or portfolio required
•Apply to ASU via standard application and indicate Performance and Movement (BA) as intended major
•No prior dance or hip-hop experience required
Scholarship Info
•All performing arts majors automatically considered for scholarships as part of application process
•No separate application required
Program info updated Mar 23, 1:42 PM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Intersectional, embodied practice rooted in social justice and Hip Hop culture
•Spans dance, music, visual arts, and voice within the Hip Hop tradition
•One of the first undergraduate programs in the U.S. dedicated to Hip Hop as an academic discipline
TRAINING
•Hip-hop dance technique, history, and cultural studies
•Creative practice across breaking, popping, locking, and contemporary hip-hop forms
•Community engagement and social justice frameworks embedded in coursework
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•BA structure supports double majors, minors, and liberal arts breadth
•Cross-disciplinary collaboration with music, film, and digital media programs
Updated Mar 23, 1:42 PM
Academic School Information
3.53
Avg GPA (W)
90%
Admit Rate
68%
Grad Rate
64,674
Enrollment
$62,668
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$12,223
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,139
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$14,967
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$9,070
Family Income $30k - $48k$10,711
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,801
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,130
Family Income $110k+$24,296
