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Missouri Valley College

Marshall, MissouriPrivateTown
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Program Characteristics

No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required

Program Highlights

TRAINING

Coursework in ballet, modern, jazz, tap, improvisation, composition, dance history, and dance pedagogy
Small class sizes with personalized instruction from faculty and guest artists
Focus on safe dance practices and developing both technical and creative skills

PERFORMANCES & OPPORTUNITIES

Dance students featured in three major productions per year
Repertory Dance Ensemble
Dance workshops teaching choreography to children in local communities

FACILITIES

Morris Dance Studio
Eckilson-Mabee Theatre (250-seat proscenium with sprung floor)

Key Info

University App

Deadline
Rolling

Audition Requirements

Dance

AUDITION TO DECLARE MAJOR

1-2 minute solo or variation in any style
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials

RESUME (required)

Dance training and performance history

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (required)

One letter of recommendation

Good to Know

APPLICATION DETAILS

Free application with rolling admissions
Test-optional — ACT/SAT no longer required
2.30 cumulative high school GPA or top half of graduating class for automatic admission

DANCE MAJOR DECLARATION

Must attend an audition before declaring BA or Minor in Dance
Dance department offers courses for both majors and non-majors at various levels

What's The Process

AUDITION PROCESS

Audition required before declaring the dance major
In-person audition preferred during a campus visit
Digital audition available for students unable to visit campus
Fill out the inquiry form on the dance department page for audition notifications

Scholarship Info

FINE ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS

Available to dance majors and non-majors who plan to participate
Audition required — in person during a campus visit or via electronic submission
Program info updated Today

Academic School Information

3.07
Avg GPA (W)
53%
Admit Rate
24%
Grad Rate
1,274
Enrollment
$43,221
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$23,000
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$17,945
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$15,550
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,802
Family Income $48k - $75k$17,712
Family Income $75k - $110k$21,033
Family Income $110k+$20,044