Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Two fully produced dance concerts annually: winterWORKS (faculty/guest choreography) and New Directions (student choreography)
•Shared Theatre District with Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse
•Faculty of national and international recognition plus visiting guest artists
DIVERSE CURRICULUM
•Ballet, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, West African, Latin, and Flamenco dance
•Creative dance making, contact improvisation, and dance improvisation courses
•History and theory courses complement studio practice
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Performance in choreographic works by faculty, guest artists, and MFA choreographers
•Annual ArtPower dance series featuring companies of international stature with master classes
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Artistically and culturally diverse curriculum
•Double major option with Theatre available
•Strong foundation for creative careers and graduate study
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Regular DecisionDec 1, 2025
TransferDec 1, 2025
Domestic Fee
$80Waiver
International Fee
$95Waiver
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Portfolio Submission Window OpensOct 1, 2025
Portfolio Submission DeadlineDec 8, 2025
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Open to incoming freshmen and transfer students
•Current UCSD students can change major through TritonLink without a portfolio
OPTIONAL PORTFOLIO CONTENTS
•1-minute video OR written statement (350 words max) answering: "What sparks your passion and curiosity about this artistic field?"
•1-3 examples of your work (images, text up to 800 words, or videos up to 3 minutes combined)
•List and briefly describe each item; note if work is original or collaborative
•Professional quality not expected — submissions should be clear and in focus
•Submit only ONE portfolio in your preferred area of study
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition required — admission is through the UC Application
•Optional art portfolio/audition video may enhance your overall application
•Theatre and Dance faculty review portfolios and share evaluations with Admissions Committee
OPTIONAL PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION
•Submission window: October 1 – December 8
•Must submit UC Application first to receive the portfolio submission link
•Select Dance as your first/preferred major on your UCSD application
•All submissions are online — no live auditions
Program info updated Mar 24, 12:35 AM
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Two fully produced dance concerts annually: winterWORKS (faculty/guest choreography) and New Directions (student choreography)
•Shared Theatre District with Tony Award-winning La Jolla Playhouse
•Faculty of national and international recognition plus visiting guest artists
DIVERSE CURRICULUM
•Ballet, hip hop, jazz, contemporary, West African, Latin, and Flamenco dance
•Creative dance making, contact improvisation, and dance improvisation courses
•History and theory courses complement studio practice
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Performance in choreographic works by faculty, guest artists, and MFA choreographers
•Annual ArtPower dance series featuring companies of international stature with master classes
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Artistically and culturally diverse curriculum
•Double major option with Theatre available
•Strong foundation for creative careers and graduate study
Updated Mar 24, 12:35 AM
Academic School Information
3.90
Avg GPA (W)
27%
Admit Rate
87%
Grad Rate
34,948
Enrollment
$84,943
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$16,758
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$50,958
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,470
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$7,525
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,155
Family Income $48k - $75k$9,942
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,199
Family Income $110k+$28,785
