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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Individualized yet comprehensive program through elective course choices
•Performance and choreography opportunities each semester
•Guest artists in diverse genres work with students annually
•NASD-accredited program
STUDENT LIFE
•American College Dance Association (ACDA) participation
•Dancers with Soul student organization
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atApplyTexas
Deadlines
PriorityDec 1, 2025
RollingMay 1, 2026
Fee
$75Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Acceptd Priority DeadlineJan 31, 2026
Audition
On-Campus Audition (Lubbock)Feb 14, 2026
Audition Requirements
Dance
SOLO DANCE VIDEO (required)
•1-minute original solo showcasing individual dance skills
•Any dance style accepted
VIRTUAL AUDITION TECHNIQUE VIDEOS (required for virtual auditions only)
•Ballet technique video
•Contemporary technique video
•Jazz technique video
•Hip-Hop technique video
•Pre-recorded phrase work videos available with password 5678
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT
•Used for social media posts if accepted
DANCE resume (required)
•Limited to 1 page
•Include current contact info, school info, dance training experience, performance experience, awards, or scholarships
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (required)
•2-3 pages in length
•Address your interests in dance and reasons for pursuing the BA degree at Texas Tech
•Discuss future goals in the dance profession
•Should showcase competency in basic writing skills
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Two-step admission: must be accepted to the dance program AND admitted to TTU
•Apply to TTU via ApplyTexas or Common App
•Submit audition materials via Acceptd (no fee)
COLLEGE DAY
•Monday, March 23, 2026 — spend a day in the life of a TTU dance major
•Take and observe classes, meet faculty, tour facilities
What's The Process
AUDITION OPTIONS
•Virtual audition: submit videos via Acceptd
•On-campus audition: Saturday, February 14, 2026 in Lubbock
•Both options receive equal consideration
TIMELINE
•Priority deadline: January 31, 2026
•Applications accepted through August 1, 2026 (virtual only, enrollment not guaranteed)
•Contact: Kyla Olson, Head of Dance (kyla.olson@ttu.edu or dance.info@ttu.edu)
Scholarship Info
DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Submit application by January 31 priority deadline for scholarship consideration
•Audition doubles as scholarship audition
Program info updated 1 week ago
Academic School Information
3.62
Avg GPA (W)
71%
Admit Rate
67%
Grad Rate
32,446
Enrollment
$62,454
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,852
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,451
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$20,071
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$13,922
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,173
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,376
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,239
Family Income $110k+$24,903
