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BA Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Training

Curriculum balances practical training and theory in a nurturing environment

Training in ballet, hip-hop, modern technique, dance composition, and kinesiology

All majors perform in the Emerging Choreographers Concert and Dance Ensemble Concert each year

Professional choreographers and guest artists from New York, Philadelphia, and beyond

Weekly Friday master classes bring professional choreographers and guest artists into the department

Recent guests include Brandon Coleman, Donald Byrd, and Armando Braswell

Professional Development

Faculty advisor paired with each student from day one

Conservatory of Dance gives dance majors teaching experience with community students

Alumni working with companies including MOMIX, cruise ships, and theme parks

Facilities

Two dedicated dance studios: Brisson Dance Studio and Labuda Dance Studio

Harlequin sprung wood floor system with top-of-the-line Marley floor

Smart classroom technology and live piano/percussion accompaniment available

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.41

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

72%

Enrollment

2.1K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$49,800

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$67,656

Before aid

Average net price

$31,643

After aid

Undergrad · desales.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 13, 2:51 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Curriculum balances practical training and theory in a nurturing environment

Training in ballet, hip-hop, modern technique, dance composition, and kinesiology

All majors perform in the Emerging Choreographers Concert and Dance Ensemble Concert each year

Professional choreographers and guest artists from New York, Philadelphia, and beyond

Weekly Friday master classes bring professional choreographers and guest artists into the department

Recent guests include Brandon Coleman, Donald Byrd, and Armando Braswell

Professional Development

Faculty advisor paired with each student from day one

Conservatory of Dance gives dance majors teaching experience with community students

Alumni working with companies including MOMIX, cruise ships, and theme parks

Facilities

Two dedicated dance studios: Brisson Dance Studio and Labuda Dance Studio

Harlequin sprung wood floor system with top-of-the-line Marley floor

Smart classroom technology and live piano/percussion accompaniment available

Program Highlights

Training

Curriculum balances practical training and theory in a nurturing environment

Training in ballet, hip-hop, modern technique, dance composition, and kinesiology

All majors perform in the Emerging Choreographers Concert and Dance Ensemble Concert each year

Professional choreographers and guest artists from New York, Philadelphia, and beyond

Weekly Friday master classes bring professional choreographers and guest artists into the department

Recent guests include Brandon Coleman, Donald Byrd, and Armando Braswell

Professional Development

Faculty advisor paired with each student from day one

Conservatory of Dance gives dance majors teaching experience with community students

Alumni working with companies including MOMIX, cruise ships, and theme parks

Facilities

Two dedicated dance studios: Brisson Dance Studio and Labuda Dance Studio

Harlequin sprung wood floor system with top-of-the-line Marley floor

Smart classroom technology and live piano/percussion accompaniment available

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Undergrad Admission · desales.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Audition

Dance Talent Scholarship and Audition Day (Labuda Center)Jan 23, 2027

Performing Arts Scholarships And Auditions · desales.edu

Audition Requirements

Dance

Audition Class

Brief ballet technique class

Contemporary/modern dance technique class

Hip-hop movement section

Improvisation — present abilities in your strongest dance style

Attire

Form-fitting athletic attire

Footwear

Ballet slippers for ballet

Bare feet for modern

Sneakers for hip-hop

Additional Materials

Dance Photo

Dance photo required; email to dance@desales.edu before the audition or bring on audition day

Resume

Resume required; email to dance@desales.edu before the audition or bring on audition day

Statement

Statement required; answer the prompt: "Why do you want to study dance at DeSales University?"

Statement may be emailed to dance@desales.edu before the audition or brought on audition day

Performing Arts Scholarships And Auditions · desales.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to DeSales University via Common App or school website

No application fee

Enrollment

Fall semester start only

Rolling admission with December 1 priority deadline for scholarships

Transfer Pathway

DeSales publishes a guided 2+2 Dance pathway with Bucks County Community College for associate-degree students entering the BA Dance program. The pathway includes coordinated advising, transfer-credit planning, and scholarship support, while Dance applicants still complete the performing-arts audition process.

Transfer Pathways Community Colleges · desales.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Academic acceptance does not guarantee artistic acceptance

Must be accepted both academically and artistically

Audition Expectations

In-person audition consisting of ballet, contemporary/modern, hip-hop, and improvisation

Saturday, January 23, 2027 at 11:00 AM

Location: Labuda Center for the Performing Arts

Must complete DeSales application before registering for audition

Date is subject to change

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Performing arts talent scholarships awarded based on audition performance

Priority deadline for scholarship consideration is December 1

Must complete application to DeSales before registering for audition

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.41

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

72%

Enrollment

2.1K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$49,800

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$67,656

Before aid

Average net price

$31,643

After aid

Undergrad · desales.edu College Scorecard

Training

Curriculum balances practical training and theory in a nurturing environment

Training in ballet, hip-hop, modern technique, dance composition, and kinesiology

All majors perform in the Emerging Choreographers Concert and Dance Ensemble Concert each year

Professional choreographers and guest artists from New York, Philadelphia, and beyond

Weekly Friday master classes bring professional choreographers and guest artists into the department

Recent guests include Brandon Coleman, Donald Byrd, and Armando Braswell

Professional Development

Faculty advisor paired with each student from day one

Conservatory of Dance gives dance majors teaching experience with community students

Alumni working with companies including MOMIX, cruise ships, and theme parks

Facilities

Two dedicated dance studios: Brisson Dance Studio and Labuda Dance Studio

Harlequin sprung wood floor system with top-of-the-line Marley floor

Smart classroom technology and live piano/percussion accompaniment available

Updated Sep 13, 2:51 PM