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BA Dance

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Program Recognition

•Broad-based specialization in dance within a liberal arts curriculum

•Prepares students for arts administration, dance education, dance-related businesses, and performance

•NASD-accredited program (National Association of Schools of Dance)

•Professionally experienced faculty

Performance & Productions

•Oakland Dance Theatre and OU Repertory Dance Company

•Two annual main-stage concerts

•American College Dance Association participation

•Clinical teaching experiences

•Senior Recital

Notable Alumni

•Christina Tasco — Oakland dance scholarship recipient, 6-year professional career with Eisenhower Dance Detroit

•Meghann Hazelton — performed with Oakland Dance Theatre, OU Repertory Dance Company, and Eisenhower Dance Detroit

Professional Development

•Eisenhower Dance Detroit — internationally touring professional company

•Take Root — professional company-in-residence at Oakland University

•Apprenticeship and internship opportunities with both companies

Academic info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

88%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

12.4K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$9,120

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$15,262

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,188

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$4,422

$30-48k$4,560

$48-75k$6,711

$75-110k$11,874

$110k+$19,217

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Program info updated May 27, 1:16 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Broad-based specialization in dance within a liberal arts curriculum

•Prepares students for arts administration, dance education, dance-related businesses, and performance

•NASD-accredited program (National Association of Schools of Dance)

•Professionally experienced faculty

Performance & Productions

•Oakland Dance Theatre and OU Repertory Dance Company

•Two annual main-stage concerts

•American College Dance Association participation

•Clinical teaching experiences

•Senior Recital

Notable Alumni

•Christina Tasco — Oakland dance scholarship recipient, 6-year professional career with Eisenhower Dance Detroit

•Meghann Hazelton — performed with Oakland Dance Theatre, OU Repertory Dance Company, and Eisenhower Dance Detroit

Professional Development

•Eisenhower Dance Detroit — internationally touring professional company

•Take Root — professional company-in-residence at Oakland University

•Apprenticeship and internship opportunities with both companies

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Broad-based specialization in dance within a liberal arts curriculum

•Prepares students for arts administration, dance education, dance-related businesses, and performance

•NASD-accredited program (National Association of Schools of Dance)

•Professionally experienced faculty

Performance & Productions

•Oakland Dance Theatre and OU Repertory Dance Company

•Two annual main-stage concerts

•American College Dance Association participation

•Clinical teaching experiences

•Senior Recital

Notable Alumni

•Christina Tasco — Oakland dance scholarship recipient, 6-year professional career with Eisenhower Dance Detroit

•Meghann Hazelton — performed with Oakland Dance Theatre, OU Repertory Dance Company, and Eisenhower Dance Detroit

Professional Development

•Eisenhower Dance Detroit — internationally touring professional company

•Take Root — professional company-in-residence at Oakland University

•Apprenticeship and internship opportunities with both companies

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Auditions

On-Campus Audition DayJan 31, 2026

On-Campus Audition DayFeb 21, 2026

On-Campus Audition DayMar 21, 2026

Audition Requirements

Dance

Audition Combinations

•Ballet, modern, and jazz combinations demonstrated for you

•Combinations taught to the group and performed

Solo Performance

•One-minute solo in either modern, ballet, or jazz technique

•Have the music for your solo on a mobile device

Attire

•Women: leotards and tights

•Men: gym pants and t-shirts

•No loose clothing

•Bring ballet and jazz shoes

•Be prepared to dance in bare feet

Additional Materials

Resume (recommended)

•Dance training background and performance experience

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Application Logistics

•Apply and be accepted to Oakland University first

•Complete university application at least two weeks before audition date

•Register for an audition via the SMTD registration form

•No application fee — Oakland University is a fee-free institution

Enrollment

•Fall enrollment

•Transfer students follow the same two-step process and provide unofficial transcripts

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

•Ballet, modern, and jazz technique combinations

•One-minute prepared solo (modern, ballet, or jazz)

•Brief private interview with dance faculty

•Allow approximately 3-4 hours for the full audition process

•In-person auditions held on campus on scheduled dates

•Video auditions available for those unable to attend in person

•Prepare all videos from the provided video set (all videos required for BA)

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarships

•Talent-based scholarships awarded based on audition performance

•Students who audition in February or March are automatically considered

•No separate scholarship application required

Academic info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

88%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

12.4K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$9,120

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$15,262

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,188

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$4,422

$30-48k$4,560

$48-75k$6,711

$75-110k$11,874

$110k+$19,217

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•Broad-based specialization in dance within a liberal arts curriculum

•Prepares students for arts administration, dance education, dance-related businesses, and performance

•NASD-accredited program (National Association of Schools of Dance)

•Professionally experienced faculty

Performance & Productions

•Oakland Dance Theatre and OU Repertory Dance Company

•Two annual main-stage concerts

•American College Dance Association participation

•Clinical teaching experiences

•Senior Recital

Notable Alumni

•Christina Tasco — Oakland dance scholarship recipient, 6-year professional career with Eisenhower Dance Detroit

•Meghann Hazelton — performed with Oakland Dance Theatre, OU Repertory Dance Company, and Eisenhower Dance Detroit

Professional Development

•Eisenhower Dance Detroit — internationally touring professional company

•Take Root — professional company-in-residence at Oakland University

•Apprenticeship and internship opportunities with both companies

Updated May 27, 1:16 AM

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