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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•NASD (National Association of Schools of Dance) accredited
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Pre-professional training in intense dance study
•Proficiency in classical and contemporary styles of dance
•Strong versatile technicians employable upon degree completion
TECHNIQUE & CURRICULUM
•Ballet, modern, and jazz dance techniques
•Creative compositional projects and multi-performance opportunities
•Historical and theoretical thinking and aesthetics
•All BFA majors must complete advanced levels of technique courses
INTERNATIONAL CONNECTIONS
•Artistic exchanges with choreographers, students, and teachers from 61 countries since 1964
•International applicants strongly encouraged
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Auditions
On-Campus AuditionJan 16, 2026
On-Campus AuditionFeb 20, 2026
On-Campus AuditionMar 27, 2026
Audition Requirements
Dance
AUDITION COMPONENTS
•Short ballet barre
•Ballet center combination
•Contemporary technique section
•Improvisation exercise to demonstrate creative and analytical skills
ATTIRE
•Neat, clean attire allowing clear observation of movement
•Hair secured off the face
•No large jewelry
TRANSFER STUDENTS
•May be asked for a short individual interview with evaluating faculty following the audition
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
ELECTRONIC AUDITION
•Electronic audition option available for students unable to attend in person
•Dance combination video provided on JU Music Archive YouTube channel
•Contact Admissions Counselor Wesley Chandler to arrange
-wchandl1@ju.edu | (904) 256-7146
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Must first apply and be admitted to Jacksonville University
•Then audition for admission into the BFA Dance degree program
•Rolling university admissions
INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS
•Must provide completed Report on Proficiency in English form
•TOEFL recommended but not required
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Live audition during scheduled JU audition days
•Evaluated by two or three current faculty members
•Regional, state, or national dance recruitment events where JU participates also count as in-person auditions
ELECTRONIC OPTION
•Virtual audition available under special circumstances
•Contact Admissions Counselor Wesley Chandler to submit
-wchandl1@ju.edu | (904) 256-7146
Scholarship Info
ARTIST FELLOWSHIPS
•Based on both merit and need
•Range from full to partial tuition
•Awarded each year to incoming students
•Must apply for fellowship at same time as admission
•All candidates must complete the FAFSA form
-Recommended completion date: February 1
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Academic School Information
3.73
Avg GPA (W)
57%
Admit Rate
55%
Grad Rate
2,649
Enrollment
$68,010
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$46,180
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$26,255
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$23,467
Family Income $30k - $48k$23,680
Family Income $48k - $75k$22,141
Family Income $75k - $110k$29,211
Family Income $110k+$30,566
