Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Gateway Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Technique classes in ballet, modern, and jazz — must achieve Level III in one style and Level IV in another for graduation
•Focus on technical abilities, choreographic skill, and dance-related electives
•Cross-disciplinary coursework available in other departments
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Newcomb Dance Company (founded 1984, 40+ years) presents two original concerts per year
•Young Performers and Above the Oaks studio series each semester in McWilliams 300
•Work under faculty direction and professional guest artists through the Guest Artist Program (active since the 1970s)
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•BFA candidates audition by invitation in spring of sophomore year
•15-credit Dance minor also available
•400+ students enrolled in dance classes per semester across the department
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
TransferOct 15, 2025
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 10, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 15, 2026
Program AppApplication
Deadline
Portfolio Deadline (Scholarship Consideration)Dec 5, 2025
Audition Requirements
No audition required to apply. Students audition for the program after enrolling at the university.
Dance
OPTIONAL PORTFOLIO — DANCE VIDEO
•Submit work in any dance style that best represents you
•Raw class footage, rehearsal clips, or informal recordings all welcome
•No required format or length — suggest no more than 5 minutes total
-Or up to 10 images if submitting stills
•Include brief description or title with each submission
•If sharing group work, indicate how to identify you (costume color, position, etc.)
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply via Common App — no audition required for university admission
•Submit optional dance portfolio via Green Wave Portal
-Upload to "Optional Portfolio" section after completing Common App
PORTFOLIO DEADLINE
•Submit prior to December 5 for Theatre and Dance Award consideration
DANCE PROGRAM ENTRY
•Auditions for the BA are required after enrollment — held every fall
•Students may audition in their freshman or sophomore year
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition required for admission to Tulane
•Optional dance portfolio can strengthen application and qualify for Theatre and Dance Award
DANCE PROGRAM AUDITION
•Audition IS required to pursue BA in Dance
•BA auditions held every fall for enrolled students
•Students may audition in their freshman or sophomore year
AUDITION FORMAT
•Auditions are held on campus in McWilliams Hall
•Technique classes in ballet and modern are part of the evaluation
Scholarship Info
THEATRE AND DANCE AWARD
•$10,000 per year merit-based award
•Must apply Early Decision or Early Action
•Must designate Theatre/Dance as first or second major on Common App
•Submit portfolio via Green Wave Portal prior to December 5
•Winners notified in March
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:01 AM
TRAINING
•Technique classes in ballet, modern, and jazz — must achieve Level III in one style and Level IV in another for graduation
•Focus on technical abilities, choreographic skill, and dance-related electives
•Cross-disciplinary coursework available in other departments
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Newcomb Dance Company (founded 1984, 40+ years) presents two original concerts per year
•Young Performers and Above the Oaks studio series each semester in McWilliams 300
•Work under faculty direction and professional guest artists through the Guest Artist Program (active since the 1970s)
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•BFA candidates audition by invitation in spring of sophomore year
•15-credit Dance minor also available
•400+ students enrolled in dance classes per semester across the department
Updated Mar 27, 2:01 AM
Academic School Information
3.70
Avg GPA (W)
14%
Admit Rate
88%
Grad Rate
7,767
Enrollment
$63,268
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$68,678
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$39,949
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$16,126
Family Income $30k - $48k$18,041
Family Income $48k - $75k$20,149
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,207
Family Income $110k+$56,667
