Pomona College
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
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Program Highlights
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Explores dance as a performing art and how movement informs understanding of the human experience
•Two emphases: Performance Studies (technique, composition, senior choreography project) or Movement Studies (interdisciplinary thesis)
TECHNIQUE & CURRICULUM
•Progression of courses in contemporary techniques and ballet
•Cultural styles classes: Flamenco, Balinese, African Aesthetics
•Movement analysis: Language of the Body, Anatomy and Kinesiology
•Composition and Creative Movement Lab for original work
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Joint concerts with Scripps Dance
•Student-run concerts throughout the year
•Annual fully produced spring concert featuring senior majors, faculty, and guest artists
FACULTY
•Professional dancers, choreographers, and scholars with years of performance experience
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 8, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 8, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 8, 2026
TransferFeb 15, 2026
Fee
$80Waiver
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Arts Supplement — Early Decision INov 11, 2025
Arts Supplement — Early Decision IIJan 15, 2026
Arts Supplement — Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Arts Supplement — TransferFeb 22, 2026
Submission Requirements
ARTS SUPPLEMENT (OPTIONAL)
•PDF resume or list summarizing dance experience
-Years and technique(s) studied
-Summer programs, clubs, performances
-Repertoire (solo and/or ensemble)
-Awards received
•VIDEO (optional, at least 2 minutes)
-Performance, studio, or rehearsal footage
-May submit an original piece highlighting your uniqueness as a dancer
-List the work(s) performed
Good to Know
SUPPLEMENT SUBMISSION
•Submit via Pomona applicant portal after filing your Common App
•Use the same login credentials as your applicant portal
•Once submitted, the form cannot be edited — save and return before final submission
•Only performing arts supplements in disciplines taught at Pomona are accepted
CONTACT
•admissions@pomona.edu | (909) 621-8134
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition required — admission through Pomona College's regular admissions process
•Optional arts supplement may be submitted to highlight your dance experience for the Admissions Committee
•Supplement is not an application to the dance major — it showcases your artistic background
SUPPLEMENT DEADLINES
•Early Decision I: November 11
•Early Decision II: January 15
•Regular Decision: January 15
•Transfer: February 22
Program info updated 4 days ago
Academic School Information
4.11
Avg GPA (W)
7%
Admit Rate
94%
Grad Rate
1,638
Enrollment
$77,779
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$62,326
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,424
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$5,638
Family Income $30k - $48k$5,444
Family Income $48k - $75k$5,099
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,433
Family Income $110k+$51,240
