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BA Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Composition, and New Media

Small class sizes averaging 10 students with one-on-one faculty attention

Company philosophy — all members contribute to every production

Performance & Productions

Fall Dance Concert with faculty and guest artist choreography

Spring Dance Concert showcasing student choreography

Guest artists 2-3 times per semester for workshops and master classes

Students create their own choreography and dance films

Professional Development

HPU Dance Company — student-run with weekly classes open to all majors

National Honors Society for Dance Arts chapter

Students present at ACDA and regional festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities at universities in the UK and Australia

School Info

Snapshot

3.40

Avg GPA (W)

75%

Admit Rate

school-wide

74%

Grad Rate

5.1K

Enrollment

$61K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$50,628

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$80,687

Before aid

Average Net Price

$38,707

After aid

Tuition Fees · highpoint.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 31, 12:52 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Composition, and New Media

Small class sizes averaging 10 students with one-on-one faculty attention

Company philosophy — all members contribute to every production

Performance & Productions

Fall Dance Concert with faculty and guest artist choreography

Spring Dance Concert showcasing student choreography

Guest artists 2-3 times per semester for workshops and master classes

Students create their own choreography and dance films

Professional Development

HPU Dance Company — student-run with weekly classes open to all majors

National Honors Society for Dance Arts chapter

Students present at ACDA and regional festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities at universities in the UK and Australia

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Composition, and New Media

Small class sizes averaging 10 students with one-on-one faculty attention

Company philosophy — all members contribute to every production

Performance & Productions

Fall Dance Concert with faculty and guest artist choreography

Spring Dance Concert showcasing student choreography

Guest artists 2-3 times per semester for workshops and master classes

Students create their own choreography and dance films

Professional Development

HPU Dance Company — student-run with weekly classes open to all majors

National Honors Society for Dance Arts chapter

Students present at ACDA and regional festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities at universities in the UK and Australia

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website Common App Coalition App

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Freshmen Admissions · highpoint.edu

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Dance

Dance Video

Submit a short video of you dancing in any style

Designed to let faculty see how you move

For scholarship audition consideration only

Prospective Student Auditions · highpoint.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through Common App — no separate audition portal required

Use the department's prospective student form to request any optional scholarship audition, video submission, or faculty meeting

Eligibility

Dance minors do not need to audition

Double majors and dual degrees encouraged — faculty advisor will help plan coursework

What's The Process

Audition Process

Auditions are not required for admission — only for scholarship consideration

Request a dance audition, video submission, or faculty conversation through the department's prospective student form

Submit a short dance video if choosing the video option so faculty can see how you move

Audition Expectations

Informal auditions help faculty meet prospective students and determine departmental scholarship eligibility

Prospective students may also request a 15-minute faculty conversation to ask questions about the program

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarships

$1,000-$1,500/year for incoming freshmen

Renewable based on production work, academic achievement, and 3.5 GPA

Can increase with active participation

Creative Arts Fellows

$3,000/year scholarship renewable annually

Based on academic performance and continued program participation

In addition to High Point Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, or Presidential Fellowship

School Info

Snapshot

3.40

Avg GPA (W)

75%

Admit Rate

school-wide

74%

Grad Rate

5.1K

Enrollment

$61K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$50,628

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$80,687

Before aid

Average Net Price

$38,707

After aid

Tuition Fees · highpoint.edu College Scorecard

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Composition, and New Media

Small class sizes averaging 10 students with one-on-one faculty attention

Company philosophy — all members contribute to every production

Performance & Productions

Fall Dance Concert with faculty and guest artist choreography

Spring Dance Concert showcasing student choreography

Guest artists 2-3 times per semester for workshops and master classes

Students create their own choreography and dance films

Professional Development

HPU Dance Company — student-run with weekly classes open to all majors

National Honors Society for Dance Arts chapter

Students present at ACDA and regional festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities at universities in the UK and Australia

Updated Aug 31, 12:52 AM

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