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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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BA Dance Studies

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

Comprehensive technical dance training in ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, and improvisation

Theory courses including choreography and dance pedagogy

Built on a solid liberal arts foundation with opportunity to double major

Study with dance professionals through rehearsals and guest artist residencies

Experienced, dedicated faculty and world-class guest artists

Personalized instruction and mentoring

Professional Development

The Mocettes and Choreography Club

Facilities

Wynee Warden Dance Studio (4,700 sq ft state-of-the-art facility)

Festival of Fine Arts (50+ years) features world-class dancers and two faculty/guest artist choreographed concerts per year

Two student choreographed performances annually

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.73

Admit rate

64%

school-wide

Grad rate

71%

Enrollment

2.7K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$47,670

Before aid

Average net price

$28,551

After aid

Undergraduate Tuition And Costs · flsouthern.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 11:13 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive technical dance training in ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, and improvisation

Theory courses including choreography and dance pedagogy

Built on a solid liberal arts foundation with opportunity to double major

Study with dance professionals through rehearsals and guest artist residencies

Experienced, dedicated faculty and world-class guest artists

Personalized instruction and mentoring

Professional Development

The Mocettes and Choreography Club

Facilities

Wynee Warden Dance Studio (4,700 sq ft state-of-the-art facility)

Festival of Fine Arts (50+ years) features world-class dancers and two faculty/guest artist choreographed concerts per year

Two student choreographed performances annually

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive technical dance training in ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, and improvisation

Theory courses including choreography and dance pedagogy

Built on a solid liberal arts foundation with opportunity to double major

Study with dance professionals through rehearsals and guest artist residencies

Experienced, dedicated faculty and world-class guest artists

Personalized instruction and mentoring

Professional Development

The Mocettes and Choreography Club

Facilities

Wynee Warden Dance Studio (4,700 sq ft state-of-the-art facility)

Festival of Fine Arts (50+ years) features world-class dancers and two faculty/guest artist choreographed concerts per year

Two student choreographed performances annually

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Early application deadlineNov 1, 2026

Priority Decision 1Dec 1, 2026

Priority Decision 2Mar 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

Residential Undergraduate Admission Requirements · flsouthern.edu First Years · flsouthern.edu

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Audition

Dance Program Audition (Theatre & Dance Day, Lakeland, FL)Oct 5, 2026

Theatre And Dance Day · flsouthern.edu

Audition Requirements

Dance

Live Audition Format

Short ballet barre

Ballet center combination

Contemporary modern technique phrase work

Improvisation exercise to demonstrate creative and analytical skills

Requirements

Solo Performance

90-second solo to demonstrate performance ability

Attire

Correct dance wear (leotard/tights)

Footwear: ballet slippers and bare feet

Students may be asked to do pointe work at instructor discretion

Hair secured off face, no large jewelry

Additional Materials

Headshot or Dance Photo

Required — self-photo (headshot, dance photo, or enlarged snapshot)

Upload in the audition registration form

Letter of Recommendation

Required — from a current or past dance instructor

Upload in registration form or send directly to danceauditions@flsouthern.edu

Dance Auditions · flsouthern.edu

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Florida Southern College via Common App or FSC Preferred App (no application fee)

No separate audition portal required

Admission Pathway

Available as a BA major and minor

Liberal arts model allows for double major and connecting outside interests

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Live audition conducted by two or three current Dance Program faculty

Audition includes ballet barre, center work, contemporary modern phrase work, improvisation, 90-second solo, and individual interview

Only under special circumstances may students submit a video recorded audition

Must have already applied to Florida Southern College

Complete the Audition Registration Form

Must meet FSC academic requirements for admission

Contact

Danceauditions@flsouthern.edu

Danceauditions@flsouthern.edu for video audition questions

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Dance scholarships awarded based on audition and interview by dance faculty

Open to BFA and BA auditionees

Awards are competitive and renewable for four years

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.73

Admit rate

64%

school-wide

Grad rate

71%

Enrollment

2.7K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$47,670

Before aid

Average net price

$28,551

After aid

Undergraduate Tuition And Costs · flsouthern.edu College Scorecard

Training

Comprehensive technical dance training in ballet, contemporary, modern, jazz, and improvisation

Theory courses including choreography and dance pedagogy

Built on a solid liberal arts foundation with opportunity to double major

Study with dance professionals through rehearsals and guest artist residencies

Experienced, dedicated faculty and world-class guest artists

Personalized instruction and mentoring

Professional Development

The Mocettes and Choreography Club

Facilities

Wynee Warden Dance Studio (4,700 sq ft state-of-the-art facility)

Festival of Fine Arts (50+ years) features world-class dancers and two faculty/guest artist choreographed concerts per year

Two student choreographed performances annually

Updated Aug 20, 11:13 PM