Program
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Widely considered one of the top 10 dance programs in the country
•Outstanding national reputation for high standards and tradition of excellence
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•10-12 dance productions each year
•Collaborative performances with Music and Theatre Arts through Performing Arts at Iowa
•Coursework in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop, yoga, and global dance forms
FACULTY & GUESTS
•Faculty of accomplished performers and internationally recognized professionals
•Guest artist residencies for workshops and lectures
STUDENT LIFE
•Undergraduate Dance Organization supports student engagement
•Dance Pedagogy and Instruction emphasis available
•UI Dance Company — touring repertory company performing throughout the Midwest
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 3, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 2, 2026
Domestic Fee
$55Waiver
International Fee
$80
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Priority Scholarship Deadline (Video)Jan 30, 2026
Final Application DeadlineMay 1, 2026
Auditions
Fall Hawkeye Dance DayOct 17, 2025
Spring Hawkeye Dance DayFeb 13, 2026
Audition Requirements
Optional audition for scholarship consideration — not required for program admission.
Dance
SCHOLARSHIP SOLO (optional)
•Maximum 2 minutes
•Any style of dance that shows you at your best
•Submit by video on supplemental application or perform live at Hawkeye Dance Day
Additional Materials
PLACEMENT ASSESSMENT
•Required for all BA students
•Learn and perform provided ballet and contemporary combinations
•Teaching video with professor explanation and student demonstration available online
•May use provided music or choose your own
•Alternative: be assessed in person at Hawkeye Dance Day
Good to Know
SUPPLEMENTAL APPLICATION
•Dance Supplemental Application required after university admission (accessed via MyUI)
•Indicate desired program (Dance BA) on supplemental application
HAWKEYE DANCE DAY
•Fall: October 17, 2025
•Spring: February 13, 2026
•Full-day event: take classes with faculty, meet current students, tour facilities
•Priority registration deadlines: October 10 (fall) and February 6 (spring)
ATTIRE FOR ASSESSMENT
•Comfortable, form-fitting dancewear (leotard, tights, leggings)
•Ballet shoes for ballet class, barefoot or socks for contemporary
•Hair securely pulled away from face
IMPORTANT DATES
•January 30, 2026 — Priority deadline for scholarship consideration by video
•May 1, 2026 — Final application deadline
CONTACT
•Undergraduate Dance Recruitment: Stephanie Miracle (stephanie-miracle@uiowa.edu)
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition required for BA admission — the department admits all students to the BA program
•After university admission, complete the Dance Supplemental Application on MyUI
•Select "Dance BA" on the university application
PLACEMENT ASSESSMENT
•All BA students assessed for ballet and contemporary movement practices placement
•Two options: submit a placement video OR attend a Hawkeye Dance Day for in-person assessment
•Video option: learn and perform provided ballet and contemporary combinations
SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION
•Optional solo performance for scholarship consideration (max 2 min, any style)
•Solo can be performed at Hawkeye Dance Day or submitted by video
•ICA Scholarship Awards of up to $5,000 for first year of study
•Priority deadline: January 30, 2026 for scholarship consideration by video
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
•ICA Scholarship Awards up to $5,000 for first year of study
•Optional solo performance for scholarship consideration
ELIGIBILITY
•Priority deadline: January 30, 2026 for video submission
•Dance minors are not eligible for scholarships
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PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Widely considered one of the top 10 dance programs in the country
•Outstanding national reputation for high standards and tradition of excellence
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•10-12 dance productions each year
•Collaborative performances with Music and Theatre Arts through Performing Arts at Iowa
•Coursework in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop, yoga, and global dance forms
FACULTY & GUESTS
•Faculty of accomplished performers and internationally recognized professionals
•Guest artist residencies for workshops and lectures
STUDENT LIFE
•Undergraduate Dance Organization supports student engagement
•Dance Pedagogy and Instruction emphasis available
•UI Dance Company — touring repertory company performing throughout the Midwest
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Academic School Information
3.83
Avg GPA (W)
84%
Admit Rate
74%
Grad Rate
22,264
Enrollment
$64,762
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,283
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$33,371
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$22,531
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$15,316
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,489
Family Income $48k - $75k$19,930
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,811
Family Income $110k+$26,266
