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High Point University

High Point, NC

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BA Dance

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Theatre

Performance Emphasis

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BA Theatre

Collaborative Theater Emphasis

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BA Theatre

Design/Technical Emphasis

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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

Official source College Scorecard

Program info updated Jun 27, 12:26 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 2026

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Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2025

Regular DecisionFeb 15, 2026

Late Regular DecisionJun 1, 2026

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration - 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

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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

Official source 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 Jun 27, 12:26 AM