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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BFA Ballet

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

Among the oldest university ballet programs in the U.S. — founded in 1951 by Willam F. Christensen, co-founder of San Francisco Ballet

Restricted, highly competitive major; admitted dancers typically arrive with 4+ years of pre-professional training and pointe work

Training

Minimum 122 credit hours; daily technique tailored to level, plus pointe and variations

Coursework spans repertory, partnering, pedagogy, music, character dance, ballet history, choreography, and modern dance

Dedicated Men's Class and Partnering each semester with male faculty mentorship

Performance & Productions

Multiple fully produced concerts each year — including full-length classical ballets and contemporary works — in the 330-seat Hayes-Christensen Theatre

Utah Ballet, Character Dance Ensemble, Ballet Ensemble, Ballet Showcase, and a Senior Concert

Pre-Professional Trainee Program partnership with Ballet West

Facilities

Alice Sheets Marriott Center for Dance (built 1989) with a fully equipped costume shop

Degree Flexibility

About 60% of students pursue a second major; roughly one-third are in the Honors College

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.67

Admit rate

86%

school-wide

Grad rate

65%

Enrollment

27.3K

Earnings

$67K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,480

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$32,932

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$45,878

Before aid

Average net price

$16,200

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · financialaid.utah.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 21, 1:43 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Among the oldest university ballet programs in the U.S. — founded in 1951 by Willam F. Christensen, co-founder of San Francisco Ballet

Restricted, highly competitive major; admitted dancers typically arrive with 4+ years of pre-professional training and pointe work

Training

Minimum 122 credit hours; daily technique tailored to level, plus pointe and variations

Coursework spans repertory, partnering, pedagogy, music, character dance, ballet history, choreography, and modern dance

Dedicated Men's Class and Partnering each semester with male faculty mentorship

Performance & Productions

Multiple fully produced concerts each year — including full-length classical ballets and contemporary works — in the 330-seat Hayes-Christensen Theatre

Utah Ballet, Character Dance Ensemble, Ballet Ensemble, Ballet Showcase, and a Senior Concert

Pre-Professional Trainee Program partnership with Ballet West

Facilities

Alice Sheets Marriott Center for Dance (built 1989) with a fully equipped costume shop

Degree Flexibility

About 60% of students pursue a second major; roughly one-third are in the Honors College

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Among the oldest university ballet programs in the U.S. — founded in 1951 by Willam F. Christensen, co-founder of San Francisco Ballet

Restricted, highly competitive major; admitted dancers typically arrive with 4+ years of pre-professional training and pointe work

Training

Minimum 122 credit hours; daily technique tailored to level, plus pointe and variations

Coursework spans repertory, partnering, pedagogy, music, character dance, ballet history, choreography, and modern dance

Dedicated Men's Class and Partnering each semester with male faculty mentorship

Performance & Productions

Multiple fully produced concerts each year — including full-length classical ballets and contemporary works — in the 330-seat Hayes-Christensen Theatre

Utah Ballet, Character Dance Ensemble, Ballet Ensemble, Ballet Showcase, and a Senior Concert

Pre-Professional Trainee Program partnership with Ballet West

Facilities

Alice Sheets Marriott Center for Dance (built 1989) with a fully equipped costume shop

Degree Flexibility

About 60% of students pursue a second major; roughly one-third are in the Honors College

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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School Website Common App

Deadline

Regular DecisionDec 1, 2026

Freshman Students · admissions.utah.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The audition may be submitted before the university application.

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School Website

Fee

$50

Auditions

Ballet BFA Audition - Salt Lake City

Nov 14, 2026Feb 13, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video Audition Submission DeadlineApr 1, 2027

Audition · dance.utah.edu

Program Submission

Ballet

Ballet BFA audition class includes ballet technique; the center section is taught en pointe, with additional allegro enchainment for male-identifying students.

Audition · dance.utah.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Audition Requirements

Ballet

Ballet BFA audition class includes ballet technique; attire should be solid-colored tights with a solid leotard or tightly fitted shirt, and ballet/pointe shoes as applicable.

Audition · dance.utah.edu

Good to Know

The School of Dance states undergraduate applicants apply through both the University of Utah Admissions Application and the School of Dance Audition Application.

Transfer Pathway

Incoming transfer applicants to the Ballet BFA complete both the University application and the School of Dance audition application. University admission is not required before auditioning.

Audition · dance.utah.edu

What's The Process

Formal acceptance is contingent on University of Utah admission and passing the School of Dance audition. Audition dates close when they reach capacity.

Scholarship Info

School of Dance applicants are directed to University merit and departmental scholarship information; the audition page states the audition process supports scholarship consideration.

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.67

Admit rate

86%

school-wide

Grad rate

65%

Enrollment

27.3K

Earnings

$67K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,480

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$32,932

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$45,878

Before aid

Average net price

$16,200

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · financialaid.utah.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Among the oldest university ballet programs in the U.S. — founded in 1951 by Willam F. Christensen, co-founder of San Francisco Ballet

Restricted, highly competitive major; admitted dancers typically arrive with 4+ years of pre-professional training and pointe work

Training

Minimum 122 credit hours; daily technique tailored to level, plus pointe and variations

Coursework spans repertory, partnering, pedagogy, music, character dance, ballet history, choreography, and modern dance

Dedicated Men's Class and Partnering each semester with male faculty mentorship

Performance & Productions

Multiple fully produced concerts each year — including full-length classical ballets and contemporary works — in the 330-seat Hayes-Christensen Theatre

Utah Ballet, Character Dance Ensemble, Ballet Ensemble, Ballet Showcase, and a Senior Concert

Pre-Professional Trainee Program partnership with Ballet West

Facilities

Alice Sheets Marriott Center for Dance (built 1989) with a fully equipped costume shop

Degree Flexibility

About 60% of students pursue a second major; roughly one-third are in the Honors College

Updated Aug 21, 1:43 AM