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BA Dance Studies

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in studio technique, choreography, and dance theory

Study Abroad

Dance in Paris summer and semester programs

Degree Flexibility

Designed for students exploring dance alongside other areas of interest (theatre, education, healthcare, business, psychology, communications)

Can be combined with a minor in another discipline

Senior independent project incorporating dance with a focused area of study

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

4.06

Admit rate

43%

school-wide

Grad rate

77%

Enrollment

37.2K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$6,410

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$18,416

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$27,134

Before aid

Average net price

$9,812

After aid

2526 On Campus · tup-ofa.forest.usf.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 3, 8:22 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in studio technique, choreography, and dance theory

Study Abroad

Dance in Paris summer and semester programs

Degree Flexibility

Designed for students exploring dance alongside other areas of interest (theatre, education, healthcare, business, psychology, communications)

Can be combined with a minor in another discipline

Senior independent project incorporating dance with a focused area of study

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in studio technique, choreography, and dance theory

Study Abroad

Dance in Paris summer and semester programs

Degree Flexibility

Designed for students exploring dance alongside other areas of interest (theatre, education, healthcare, business, psychology, communications)

Can be combined with a minor in another discipline

Senior independent project incorporating dance with a focused area of study

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Fee

$30

Opens

Mar 1, 2027

Deadline

Spring Transfer Final Application DeadlineNov 1, 2027

Spring Transfer Final Materials DeadlineNov 16, 2027

Dates Deadlines · usf.edu

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Dates TBA

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Acceptd

Application portal · Acceptd

Submission Requirements

Dance

No Admission Audition

No audition is required to declare the BA in Dance Studies

Certain technique classes may require a placement audition for enrollment

Additional Materials

Essay / Writing Sample

Required for an optional Dance Referred Audition: submit an original writing sample, such as a college application essay, reflective essay, research paper, creative nonfiction piece, or arts/humanities writing assignment

Letters of Recommendation

Optional recommendation letters may explain your relationship with dance, creative thinking, or aspirations

Resume

Optional: submit a dance or arts-related resume

Creative Sample

Optional: submit research presentations or papers, original choreography or creative media, or evidence of inquiry into dance, performance, pedagogy, or wellness

Application portal · Acceptd

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Admission Pathway

No audition is required to declare the BA in Dance Studies beginning Fall 2025

Apply to USF and select Dance as your intended major

Important Notes

Certain technique classes may require a placement audition for enrollment

BA Dance Studies students may use the optional Dance Referred Audition through Acceptd when directed by the department

Scholarship Info

Departmental scholarship support available

Endowment support through the Holloway Endowed Chair Fund and Macy's Visiting Artist Endowment

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

4.06

Admit rate

43%

school-wide

Grad rate

77%

Enrollment

37.2K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$6,410

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$18,416

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$27,134

Before aid

Average net price

$9,812

After aid

2526 On Campus · tup-ofa.forest.usf.edu College Scorecard

Training

Comprehensive curriculum in studio technique, choreography, and dance theory

Study Abroad

Dance in Paris summer and semester programs

Degree Flexibility

Designed for students exploring dance alongside other areas of interest (theatre, education, healthcare, business, psychology, communications)

Can be combined with a minor in another discipline

Senior independent project incorporating dance with a focused area of study

Updated Sep 3, 8:22 PM