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BA Dance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

88%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

12.4K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,772

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$23,867

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$35,402

Before aid

Average net price

$9,120

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · oakland.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 21, 1:43 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

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

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First Year · oakland.edu

Program AppApplication

Opens

Oct 1, 2026

Admissions And Auditions · oakland.edu

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

Admissions And Auditions · oakland.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply and be accepted to Oakland University first

Complete university application at least two weeks before audition date

No application fee or audition registration fee

For Fall 2027 entry, audition registration opens by October 1, 2026; Oakland says not to use the current prior-cycle form

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

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

88%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

12.4K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,772

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$23,867

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$35,402

Before aid

Average net price

$9,120

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · oakland.edu 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 Aug 21, 1:43 AM