The Ohio State University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
25-40 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NASD accredited (National Association of Schools of Dance)
•Premier contemporary dance program at a major research university
TRAINING
•Core curriculum: contemporary, African, ballet, choreography, kinesiology, production, and creative technologies
•First two years build foundation; upper years allow individual focus with faculty mentors
•Interdisciplinary approach — dance-film, motion capture, digital video, embodied theory
SCHOLARSHIPS
•Helen P. Alkire Scholarship: $7,000/year for four years (up to $28,000 total)
-2-4 awarded annually based on merit (need also considered)
•University merit scholarships available — apply by November 1
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
•Faculty attend Dancewave Through College & Beyond annually
•Goal of approximately 30 incoming freshmen per year
•Need-based travel grants available for accepted students
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Domestic Fee
$60Waiver
International Fee
$70Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atSlideRoom
Deadlines
Autumn Audition Application DeadlineOct 10, 2025
Winter/Online Audition Application DeadlineJan 16, 2026
Online Audition Video Submission DeadlineJan 23, 2026
Auditions
Autumn In-Person Audition (Columbus, OH)Oct 25, 2025
Winter In-Person Audition (Columbus, OH)Jan 31, 2026
Program Submission
Dance
MOVEMENT AUDITION
•Contemporary, African, and ballet movement phrases taught by faculty
•Evaluates basic skills, coordination, musicality, and responsiveness to coaching
•Creative prompt (solo) — instructions provided after audition application submitted
ATTIRE
•Comfortable clothing with clear, simple lines
•Bright colored leotard or top recommended
•Bare feet and ballet shoes — no pointe shoes
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
INTERVIEW
•Faculty interview in small groups — prompts previewed in advance
•Discusses dance training, experience, goals, and interests outside dance
RECOMMENDATIONS
•Academic letter of recommendation strongly recommended
-From core academic subject teacher or counselor (not dance)
-Should address insights into academic context
Audition Requirements
Dance
MOVEMENT AUDITION
•Contemporary, African, and ballet movement phrases taught by faculty
•Creative prompt (solo) presented in small groups with faculty panel
ONLINE AUDITION
•Movement phrases taught via online instruction video
•Record yourself performing phrases and creative prompt at home
•Upload video to audition portal — phone and internet access sufficient
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Submit audition application via SlideRoom
•University application via Common App (opens August 1)
•Audition fee waiver available for Common App fee waiver recipients — email dance@osu.edu to request
DEADLINES
•November 1: university early action deadline (required for merit scholarship consideration)
•January 15: university regular admission deadline
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment only
•Decision deadline: May 1
•Transfer applicants encouraged to apply by February 1; must apply by March 1
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•No prescreen — all applicants audition at scheduled events
•In-person strongly recommended; online option available as accommodation
•Three components: movement audition, creative prompt (solo), and faculty interview
IN-PERSON AUDITION
•Visit day (Friday) strongly recommended — faculty panel, open class, campus tour, scholarship workshop
•Audition day (Saturday) required — solo showings, interview prompts, movement audition
•Results emailed within two weeks after each audition date
ONLINE AUDITION
•Movement phrases and creative prompt instructions sent after application submitted
•Record and upload videos via SlideRoom portal
•Results emailed by February 20
CONTACT
•Academic Program Coordinator: schmidt.442@osu.edu
•Department: dance@osu.edu | 614-292-7977
Scholarship Info
HELEN P. ALKIRE SCHOLARSHIP
•$7,000 per year for four academic years (up to $28,000 total)
•2-4 scholarships awarded annually
•Merit-based, but financial need also considered
•Must be accepted by audition and admitted to university
UNIVERSITY MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Apply by November 1 early action deadline for full consideration
•Eminence Fellows: full cost of attendance for four years + $3,000 enrichment grant
•Land Grant Opportunity Scholarship: full cost of attendance (Ohio residents, need-based)
•ScholarshipUniverse tool matches students with additional opportunities
Program info updated 3 days ago
Academic School Information
3.84
Avg GPA (W)
51%
Admit Rate
88%
Grad Rate
44,617
Enrollment
$60,409
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$12,859
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$38,365
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,292
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$6,259
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,104
Family Income $48k - $75k$12,683
Family Income $75k - $110k$22,870
Family Income $110k+$27,144
