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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Focus on performance, choreography, and preparation for graduate study
•Train alongside dedicated dance faculty in studio setting
•Guest artist masterclasses and workshops
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Two dance concerts annually plus seven major theatre productions
•Additional performances through FreeStage and student organizations
DEGREE
•Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Dance
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
PriorityNov 1, 2025
Rolling
Fee
$55Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Auditions
Illinois High School Dance FestivalOct 25, 2025
Chicago National Association of Dance MastersNov 7, 2025
On CampusDec 6, 2025
On CampusFeb 28, 2026
Audition Requirements
Dance
TECHNIQUE CLASS
•Attend class in the studio for evaluation by faculty
SOLO PERFORMANCE, 2-3 minutes
•May feature your own choreography or another choreographer's work
•Performed during audition day
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
PHOTO IN MOTION (required)
•Submit a dance photo showing movement
PERFORMANCE RESUME (required)
•Current resume of dance and performance experience
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Illinois State University first, then select audition date within the application
•On-campus audition is preferred when possible
ACCEPTD
•Submit recorded audition via Acceptd only if you cannot attend an on-campus audition date
OFF-CAMPUS AUDITIONS
•Illinois High School Dance Festival (must register for festival)
•Chicago National Association of Dance Masters (must register for CNADM)
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Technique class evaluation in the studio
•Solo performance (2-3 minutes)
•Interview with faculty
TIMELINE
•Rolling admissions contingent on acceptance to Illinois State University
•Notification within two weeks of audition
•Scholarship awards announced after March 1
•Continuation after freshman year by consent of Dance faculty
CONTACT
•Cristen Monson: cbmonso@ilstu.edu, (309) 438-3936
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIP NOTIFICATION
•Awards announced after March 1
•Contact School of Theatre, Dance, and Film for details
Program info updated Today
Academic School Information
3.62
Avg GPA (W)
89%
Admit Rate
67%
Grad Rate
18,414
Enrollment
$62,117
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$16,021
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,086
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,996
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$11,075
Family Income $30k - $48k$11,994
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,424
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,818
Family Income $110k+$26,853
