Colorado Mesa University
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Program
No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Broad, liberal arts approach to dance with strong technical foundation across a variety of styles
•Supportive learning community combining rigorous training with creative experimentation and collaboration
PERFORMANCE & OPPORTUNITIES
•Perform every semester starting from first year
•Choreograph for faculty and student-produced concerts
•Attend and perform at American College Dance Association (ACDA) conference each year
•Learn from and perform work by world-renowned guest choreographers
•Student-led Dance Society with leadership opportunities
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Prepares students as performers, choreographers, teachers, studio owners, and graduate students
•Senior Capstone and Student Showcase research/choreography presentations
Key Info
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Deadline
Rolling
Fee
$40Waiver
Waived by contacting admissions counselor
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Auditions
On-Campus AuditionFeb 27, 2026
On-Campus AuditionApr 10, 2026
On-Campus AuditionApr 24, 2026
Audition Requirements
Dance
TECHNIQUE CLASS (required)
•Participate in an intermediate/advanced technique class
•Typically a contemporary dance class — applicants notified if different style
•Welcome to observe or participate in other technique/lecture courses with faculty approval
SOLO PERFORMANCE (required)
•Perform a solo no longer than 3 minutes
•Any style of dance — should highlight your strengths
•May be self-choreographed or choreographed by someone else
•Bring music on iPhone/laptop or CD
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Submit with online audition application
RESUME (required)
•Detail training, performance, choreographic, and teaching experience in dance and/or theatre/music
•Submit with online audition application
TRANSCRIPT (required)
•Official high school transcript to Department of Theatre Arts
•Separate from CMU Admissions requirement
•Transfer students: transcripts from all colleges attended
•Bring copies to morning check-in on audition day
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Complete departmental audition application online — include headshot, resume, and video link (if video audition)
•Apply separately to CMU through Common App or school website
PREPARATION
•Students should have prior training in multiple dance styles (ballet, jazz, modern, tap, hip-hop)
•Additional skills in improvisation, choreography, composition, and dance science are beneficial
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Two parts: technique class followed by solo performance
•Brief interview/Q&A with faculty after solo
•In-person auditions highly preferred
VIDEO AUDITION OPTION
•Video must include classwork in several dance styles (ballet barre, across-the-floor combinations, floor work, etc.)
•Solo performance video: 3 min max, any style, highlight your strengths
•Zoom interview required after video materials are reviewed
•Contact Kathy Diehl to arrange: kdiehl@coloradomesa.edu
CONTACT
•Questions: Kathy Diehl at kdiehl@coloradomesa.edu
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Available through the audition process
•All applicants considered for scholarships based on audition performance
Program info updated 3h ago
TRAINING APPROACH
•Broad, liberal arts approach to dance with strong technical foundation across a variety of styles
•Supportive learning community combining rigorous training with creative experimentation and collaboration
PERFORMANCE & OPPORTUNITIES
•Perform every semester starting from first year
•Choreograph for faculty and student-produced concerts
•Attend and perform at American College Dance Association (ACDA) conference each year
•Learn from and perform work by world-renowned guest choreographers
•Student-led Dance Society with leadership opportunities
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Prepares students as performers, choreographers, teachers, studio owners, and graduate students
•Senior Capstone and Student Showcase research/choreography presentations
Updated 3h ago
Academic School Information
3.34
Avg GPA (W)
82%
Admit Rate
41%
Grad Rate
8,143
Enrollment
$45,823
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,927
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,124
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$15,103
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$10,792
Family Income $30k - $48k$11,920
Family Income $48k - $75k$14,692
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,945
Family Income $110k+$20,606
