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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Professional dancers and choreographers with years of NYC experience

Contemporary and modern dance technique

Jazz and ballet techniques

Emphasis on composition and choreography

Dance on Camera course

Voice class instruction

Notable Alumni

Graduates performing with Martha Graham Dance Company, Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation, Boston Dance Theater, and Mark Morris Dance Group

Professional Development

Guest artists and choreographers in classes and performances

Internships at Peridance Studio, Steps, Gibney Dance Center, and Dance on Camera Festival

30 miles from New York City

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.50

Admit rate

87%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

1.4K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$48,180

Before aid

Average net price

$20,991

After aid

Tuition And Fees · mville.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 3, 8:16 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Professional dancers and choreographers with years of NYC experience

Contemporary and modern dance technique

Jazz and ballet techniques

Emphasis on composition and choreography

Dance on Camera course

Voice class instruction

Notable Alumni

Graduates performing with Martha Graham Dance Company, Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation, Boston Dance Theater, and Mark Morris Dance Group

Professional Development

Guest artists and choreographers in classes and performances

Internships at Peridance Studio, Steps, Gibney Dance Center, and Dance on Camera Festival

30 miles from New York City

Program Highlights

Training

Professional dancers and choreographers with years of NYC experience

Contemporary and modern dance technique

Jazz and ballet techniques

Emphasis on composition and choreography

Dance on Camera course

Voice class instruction

Notable Alumni

Graduates performing with Martha Graham Dance Company, Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation, Boston Dance Theater, and Mark Morris Dance Group

Professional Development

Guest artists and choreographers in classes and performances

Internships at Peridance Studio, Steps, Gibney Dance Center, and Dance on Camera Festival

30 miles from New York City

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App Coalition App School Website

Fee

$75

Deadline

Early ActionNov 17, 2026

Priority Application DeadlineFeb 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

First Year Admissions · mville.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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Acceptd

Deadline

Acceptd Application DeadlineJun 1, 2027

Application portal · Acceptd

Audition Requirements

Dance

Requirements

Two Minute Dance Piece

Present a solo in modern, ballet, or jazz

You may choose the choreography and choreographer

You may perform with or without music, but bring your own recording if needed

Wear comfortable dance attire

Additional Materials

Headshot

Submit a headshot and/or photo

Resume

Submit a dance resume detailing training, performance experience, and skills

Essay

Explain why you would like to study dance at Manhattanville

Letter of Recommendation

Submit a recommendation from a teacher in the field

Transcript

Submit transcripts from your most recent schooling

Application portal · Acceptd

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

University Essays

Personal Essay

400–500 words

The school shows this prompt only inside its application.

First Year Admissions · mville.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit audition materials via Acceptd

Also apply separately through Common App, Coalition App, or the Manhattanville application

Admission Pathway

Rolling admission

Complete the audition in the spring before fall enrollment

Students do not need to audition to minor in Dance

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

In-person auditions and video submissions via Acceptd are both available

Applicants within 100 miles of campus should audition in person

A video submission serves as the official audition, not a prescreen

Contact

Shawn Bible: shawn.bible@mville.edu

Scholarship Info

Scholarship Consideration

The audition is used to evaluate skill level and recommend scholarship awards

Performing arts scholarships are available

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.50

Admit rate

87%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

1.4K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$48,180

Before aid

Average net price

$20,991

After aid

Tuition And Fees · mville.edu College Scorecard

Training

Professional dancers and choreographers with years of NYC experience

Contemporary and modern dance technique

Jazz and ballet techniques

Emphasis on composition and choreography

Dance on Camera course

Voice class instruction

Notable Alumni

Graduates performing with Martha Graham Dance Company, Isadora Duncan Dance Foundation, Boston Dance Theater, and Mark Morris Dance Group

Professional Development

Guest artists and choreographers in classes and performances

Internships at Peridance Studio, Steps, Gibney Dance Center, and Dance on Camera Festival

30 miles from New York City

Updated Sep 3, 8:16 PM