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BA Dance Studies

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•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

4.06

Avg GPA (W)

43%

Admit Rate

school-wide

77%

Grad Rate

37.2K

Enrollment

$58K

Earnings

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

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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

Fall 2027

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$30

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Early ActionNov 2, 2026

Regular DecisionDec 16, 2026

Scholarship ConsiderationJan 15, 2027

Additional DeadlineMar 1, 2027

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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.

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

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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

4.06

Avg GPA (W)

43%

Admit Rate

school-wide

77%

Grad Rate

37.2K

Enrollment

$58K

Earnings

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

Official source 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 Jul 20, 6:10 AM