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Program Characteristics

No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required

Program Highlights

TRAINING

Comprehensive technical training built on a solid liberal arts foundation
Allows students to double-major or pursue graduate study in other fields
Training in ballet, modern/contemporary, tap, hip-hop, flamenco, and musical theatre dance
Nationally and internationally recognized faculty with one-on-one attention

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

University Dance Company concerts each season
Senior Showcases and University Theatre musical productions
Hamburg and Peterson Guest Artist Programs with professional choreographers

DEGREE FLEXIBILITY

Liberal arts foundation supports double-majoring
Pathways to graduate study in Dance Therapy, Physical Therapy, Medicine, Law, and more

Key Info

University App

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Deadlines
PriorityDec 1, 2025
Rolling
Fee
$40Waiver

Good to Know

ENROLLMENT

No separate application beyond the university application
Declare dance major at time of application or enrollment

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

Part of the Department of Theatre & Dance within the School of the Arts

What's The Process

ADMISSION

No audition required for entry into the BA Dance program
Incoming or transfer students may declare a dance major when they apply or enroll

SOPHOMORE REVIEW

At the end of sophomore year, students undergo a Sophomore Review
Evaluation of academic progress and artistic growth
Students in good standing continue in the BA program
Transfer students entering after sophomore year are evaluated at the end of their first year

Scholarship Info

DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

Over 35 different scholarships awarded each year
Application deadline: January 15 for the following academic year
Program info updated Yesterday

Academic School Information

3.68
Avg GPA (W)
88%
Admit Rate
68%
Grad Rate
19,857
Enrollment
$61,945
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,700
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,412
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$17,365
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$10,908
Family Income $30k - $48k$12,702
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,097
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,649
Family Income $110k+$21,310