
California State University, Channel Islands
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
NOTABLE FACULTY
•Faculty credits include Associate Choreographer for the 20th Anniversary National Tour of Rent
•American Music Awards with Selena Gomez and Disney Television Specials
•CSU Faculty Innovation and Leadership Award and BroadwayWorld Best Choreography award
TRAINING
•Styles include jazz, modern/contemporary, and hip hop dance
•Conditioning, somatics, and dance making integrated into curriculum
•Open to all experience levels — no prior dance training required
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Student choreography showcases in Malibu 120 black box theatre
•Community and performance project capstone options
•Guest artist collaborations including legendary choreographer Anthony Thomas (Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation)
CAREER PREPARATION
•Pathways to Hollywood, Broadway, concert dance, education, dance therapy, and arts administration
•120-unit degree with emphasis on cultural awareness and global perspectives
Key Info
Good to Know
ADMISSION
•No audition or prior dance experience required
•Admission is through the university application via Cal State Apply
APPLICATION DETAILS
•$70 application fee (automatic fee waiver consideration based on financial need)
•Fall semester enrollment only
Program info updated 21h ago
NOTABLE FACULTY
•Faculty credits include Associate Choreographer for the 20th Anniversary National Tour of Rent
•American Music Awards with Selena Gomez and Disney Television Specials
•CSU Faculty Innovation and Leadership Award and BroadwayWorld Best Choreography award
TRAINING
•Styles include jazz, modern/contemporary, and hip hop dance
•Conditioning, somatics, and dance making integrated into curriculum
•Open to all experience levels — no prior dance training required
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Student choreography showcases in Malibu 120 black box theatre
•Community and performance project capstone options
•Guest artist collaborations including legendary choreographer Anthony Thomas (Janet Jackson's Rhythm Nation)
CAREER PREPARATION
•Pathways to Hollywood, Broadway, concert dance, education, dance therapy, and arts administration
•120-unit degree with emphasis on cultural awareness and global perspectives
Updated 21h ago
Academic School Information
3.22
Avg GPA (W)
95%
Admit Rate
52%
Grad Rate
5,013
Enrollment
$62,152
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,159
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,759
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$9,849
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$6,857
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,083
Family Income $48k - $75k$9,083
Family Income $75k - $110k$12,286
Family Income $110k+$20,473

