Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & PERFORMANCES
•Fall and spring major dance concerts featuring original choreography by faculty and students
•Shaffer Dance Studio as dedicated home for dance students
•Curriculum spans choreography, dance history, kinesiology, Labanotation and screendance
•Both technical practicum and performance practicum required
•Six dance technique courses required, repeatable for credit
UNIQUE OFFERINGS
•Labanotation courses — a specialized movement notation system rarely offered at the undergraduate level
•Screendance course combining dance and film
•Union of Music and Dance course exploring interdisciplinary connections
•Cross-disciplinary study with drama and film courses available as electives
SENIOR CAPSTONE
•Major creative or scholarly project developed with faculty guidance
•Oral discussion of the project with department faculty
•Six-hour written examination
•Distinction awarded based on performance across all three components
PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY
•Liberal arts approach — courses open to all students in the college
•Up to two off-campus study courses accepted toward the major
•Kenyon L.A. — selective two-week immersion in the entertainment industry for rising juniors and seniors
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 15, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 15, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Good to Know
APPLICATION DETAILS
•No application fee
•Test-optional policy through fall 2026 enrollment
•Common App or Coalition App accepted
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment only
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition or prescreen required for admission
•Students apply through regular university admission via Common App or Coalition App
•Admission to the college grants access to all department courses and the major
•Interviews are recommended but not required
DECLARING THE MAJOR
•DANC 105 (Introduction to the Dance) is the recommended starting course for first-year students
•Major declaration made in consultation with department faculty
•Majors given preference for admission to upper-level courses
Scholarship Info
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Kenyon applicants automatically qualify for merit scholarships up to $35,000
•Awards recognize academic achievement, leadership and potential
•Renewed each year as students make academic progress
ARTS PORTFOLIO
•Optional portfolio submission through the Kenyon Applicant Portal
•Available for students with an interest or talent they would like to share
FINANCIAL AID
•85% of Kenyon students receive some form of financial aid
•100% of demonstrated financial need met for all four years
Program info updated Mar 23, 12:45 AM
TRAINING & PERFORMANCES
•Fall and spring major dance concerts featuring original choreography by faculty and students
•Shaffer Dance Studio as dedicated home for dance students
•Curriculum spans choreography, dance history, kinesiology, Labanotation and screendance
•Both technical practicum and performance practicum required
•Six dance technique courses required, repeatable for credit
UNIQUE OFFERINGS
•Labanotation courses — a specialized movement notation system rarely offered at the undergraduate level
•Screendance course combining dance and film
•Union of Music and Dance course exploring interdisciplinary connections
•Cross-disciplinary study with drama and film courses available as electives
SENIOR CAPSTONE
•Major creative or scholarly project developed with faculty guidance
•Oral discussion of the project with department faculty
•Six-hour written examination
•Distinction awarded based on performance across all three components
PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY
•Liberal arts approach — courses open to all students in the college
•Up to two off-campus study courses accepted toward the major
•Kenyon L.A. — selective two-week immersion in the entertainment industry for rising juniors and seniors
Updated Mar 23, 12:45 AM
Academic School Information
3.90
Avg GPA (W)
31%
Admit Rate
84%
Grad Rate
1,732
Enrollment
$71,830
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$71,520
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$38,512
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$18,242
Family Income $30k - $48k$26,319
Family Income $48k - $75k$19,156
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,757
Family Income $110k+$51,432
