Manhattanville University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Faculty are professional dancers and choreographers with NYC industry experience
•Rigorous study in contemporary/modern dance, jazz, and ballet techniques
•Emphasis on composition and choreography
•Specialized Dance on Camera course for filming and editing dance videos
PERFORMANCE & GUEST ARTISTS
•Work with guest artists and choreographers in classes and performances
•Access to emerging artists in the NYC dance world
ALUMNI
•Graduates at Martha Graham Dance Company, Lori Belilove & Isadora Duncan Dance Company, Boston Dance Theater
•Careers in entertainment, media, film, music, and theater
CAREER & INTERNSHIPS
•Internships at Peridance Studio, Steps, and The Dance on Camera Festival
•Center for Career Development support
•30 miles from New York City
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 18, 2025
PriorityMar 1, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$75
Audition Requirements
Dance
TWO-MINUTE DANCE PIECE
•Modern, ballet, or jazz
•May be performed with or without music
•Bring your own recording if using music
•Choreography and choreographer are your choice
•Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for a dance audition
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Headshot and/or photo
resume (required)
•Dance resume detailing training history, performance experience, and any other skills
ESSAY (required)
•Describe why you would like to study dance at Manhattanville
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (required)
•From a teacher in the field
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Submit audition materials and documents via Acceptd
•Acceptd submission deadline: June 1, 2026
UNIVERSITY APPLICATION
•Must apply for admission separately through Common App, Coalition App, or Manhattanville Application
•Admission offers made on a rolling basis
ELIGIBILITY
•Students do not need to audition to minor in Dance
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person audition or video submission via Acceptd
•Manhattanville prefers all applicants within 100 miles of campus audition in person
•Video submission is your official audition — not a prescreen
AUDITION TIMELINE
•Audition should be completed in the spring before expected enrollment
CONTACT
•Erica Harris, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions
•914-323-1259 | Erica.Harris@mville.edu
Scholarship Info
•Audition is used to evaluate skill level and recommend scholarship awards
•Performing arts scholarships available
Program info updated 4 days ago
Academic School Information
3.50
Avg GPA (W)
85%
Admit Rate
58%
Grad Rate
1,250
Enrollment
$58,832
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$42,950
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$25,842
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$17,789
Family Income $30k - $48k$19,825
Family Income $48k - $75k$24,736
Family Income $75k - $110k$24,892
Family Income $110k+$32,501
