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BFA Dance
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram profile
Study AbroadTraining
•Nationally lauded R1 institution with comprehensive BFA program blending performance, creativity, and career-sustaining practices
•Foundation in ballet, jazz, and modern with required training in all three styles throughout the program
•Additional offerings include hip-hop, tap, pointe, Africana, ballet repertory, and more
•Dedicated Performance Medicine Program with onsite dietitian and athletic trainer
•Comprehensive support for physical well-being and career longevity
Performance & Productions
•Every student guaranteed a performance on the award-winning 300-seat Stevie Eller Dance Theatre stage
•Students perform and collaborate with renowned faculty and guest artists both on and off campus
•Guest artists include Tyce Diorio, Al Blackstone, Joe Lanteri, Martha Graham, and George Balanchine works
Professional Development
•Private on-campus auditions with Go2Talent, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Cirque du Soleil, and more
•Alumni at Giordano Dance Chicago, American Ballet Theatre, Hubbard Street, Radio City Rockettes, Hamilton, Taylor Swift Eras Tour, Wicked, Disney, and Cirque du Soleil
Academic info
Snapshot
3.47
Avg GPA (W)
86%
Admit Rate
school-wide
67%
Grad Rate
42.5K
Enrollment
$60K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,674
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$13,926
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$42,278
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$13,353
$30-48k$14,984
$48-75k$16,051
$75-110k$19,777
$110k+$22,307
Program info updated Apr 27, 11:11 PM
Program Highlights
Training
•Nationally lauded R1 institution with comprehensive BFA program blending performance, creativity, and career-sustaining practices
•Foundation in ballet, jazz, and modern with required training in all three styles throughout the program
•Additional offerings include hip-hop, tap, pointe, Africana, ballet repertory, and more
•Dedicated Performance Medicine Program with onsite dietitian and athletic trainer
•Comprehensive support for physical well-being and career longevity
Performance & Productions
•Every student guaranteed a performance on the award-winning 300-seat Stevie Eller Dance Theatre stage
•Students perform and collaborate with renowned faculty and guest artists both on and off campus
•Guest artists include Tyce Diorio, Al Blackstone, Joe Lanteri, Martha Graham, and George Balanchine works
Professional Development
•Private on-campus auditions with Go2Talent, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Cirque du Soleil, and more
•Alumni at Giordano Dance Chicago, American Ballet Theatre, Hubbard Street, Radio City Rockettes, Hamilton, Taylor Swift Eras Tour, Wicked, Disney, and Cirque du Soleil
Training
•Nationally lauded R1 institution with comprehensive BFA program blending performance, creativity, and career-sustaining practices
•Foundation in ballet, jazz, and modern with required training in all three styles throughout the program
•Additional offerings include hip-hop, tap, pointe, Africana, ballet repertory, and more
•Dedicated Performance Medicine Program with onsite dietitian and athletic trainer
•Comprehensive support for physical well-being and career longevity
Performance & Productions
•Every student guaranteed a performance on the award-winning 300-seat Stevie Eller Dance Theatre stage
•Students perform and collaborate with renowned faculty and guest artists both on and off campus
•Guest artists include Tyce Diorio, Al Blackstone, Joe Lanteri, Martha Graham, and George Balanchine works
Professional Development
•Private on-campus auditions with Go2Talent, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Cirque du Soleil, and more
•Alumni at Giordano Dance Chicago, American Ballet Theatre, Hubbard Street, Radio City Rockettes, Hamilton, Taylor Swift Eras Tour, Wicked, Disney, and Cirque du Soleil
Updated Apr 27, 11:11 PM
