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Ursinus College

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BA Performing and Visual Arts Design and Technology

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BA Theater

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Training

•Training in multiple genres including modern/contemporary, hip-hop, rhythm tap, African dance, and ballet

•Rigorous movement training combined with dance scholarship, mind/body integration, and performance

•Faculty and professional guest choreographers set new works each semester

Performance & Productions

•Ursinus College Dance Company (UCDC) produces faculty, guest artist, and student choreography each semester

•Performances in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center (380-seat Lenfest Theater and flexible black box)

•ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Professional Development

•Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in dance

•Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Study Abroad

•Study abroad opportunities in approved dance programs

Degree Flexibility

•Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

•Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

92%

Admit Rate

school-wide

73%

Grad Rate

1.5K

Enrollment

$74K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$62,250

Before aid

Average Net Price

$30,536

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program info updated Jun 27, 3:54 PM

Program Highlights

Training

•Training in multiple genres including modern/contemporary, hip-hop, rhythm tap, African dance, and ballet

•Rigorous movement training combined with dance scholarship, mind/body integration, and performance

•Faculty and professional guest choreographers set new works each semester

Performance & Productions

•Ursinus College Dance Company (UCDC) produces faculty, guest artist, and student choreography each semester

•Performances in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center (380-seat Lenfest Theater and flexible black box)

•ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Professional Development

•Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in dance

•Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Study Abroad

•Study abroad opportunities in approved dance programs

Degree Flexibility

•Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

•Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

Program Highlights

Training

•Training in multiple genres including modern/contemporary, hip-hop, rhythm tap, African dance, and ballet

•Rigorous movement training combined with dance scholarship, mind/body integration, and performance

•Faculty and professional guest choreographers set new works each semester

Performance & Productions

•Ursinus College Dance Company (UCDC) produces faculty, guest artist, and student choreography each semester

•Performances in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center (380-seat Lenfest Theater and flexible black box)

•ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Professional Development

•Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in dance

•Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Study Abroad

•Study abroad opportunities in approved dance programs

Degree Flexibility

•Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

•Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Early ActionNov 1, 2026

Early DecisionDec 1, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Sources

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Submission Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Transcript (Required)

•Official high school transcripts

Letters of Recommendation (Required)

•Secondary School Report and recommendation from guidance counselor

Essay (Required)

•Personal essay

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Good to Know

Application Portal

•Apply free via Common App or Ursinus College application

•Test optional

Enrollment

•Fall and spring enrollment available

•Spring enrollment deadline: December 1

Transfer Pathway

This program publishes a real transfer pathway into the major, such as a transfer audition, a community college articulation agreement, or an audition into the program after you enroll. Confirm placement and which credits apply with the department before applying.

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What's The Process

No Audition Required

•Admission is through the standard university application process

•No audition, portfolio, or artistic supplement required for admission

•Students audition for UCDC productions after enrollment (enrollment by audition or instructor permission)

•Contact: Nicolette Adams, nadams@ursinus.edu

Scholarship Info

Merit Scholarships

•All admitted students receive at least $35,000 in merit awards

•Top scholarships cover up to full tuition

•No separate application required for merit scholarship eligibility

•Merit Pre-Read available for Early Decision applicants

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

92%

Admit Rate

school-wide

73%

Grad Rate

1.5K

Enrollment

$74K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$62,250

Before aid

Average Net Price

$30,536

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Training in multiple genres including modern/contemporary, hip-hop, rhythm tap, African dance, and ballet

•Rigorous movement training combined with dance scholarship, mind/body integration, and performance

•Faculty and professional guest choreographers set new works each semester

Performance & Productions

•Ursinus College Dance Company (UCDC) produces faculty, guest artist, and student choreography each semester

•Performances in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center (380-seat Lenfest Theater and flexible black box)

•ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Professional Development

•Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in dance

•Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Study Abroad

•Study abroad opportunities in approved dance programs

Degree Flexibility

•Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

•Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

Updated Jun 27, 3:54 PM

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