Washington University in St. Louis
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
INTIMATE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
•Most dance courses accept no more than 20 students
•Faculty with professional dance experience and academic degrees
•Guest artist residencies and master classes supplement regular instruction
TRAINING
•Emphasis in ballet or modern dance with required dance composition
•Broad curriculum includes contact improvisation, jazz, tap, musical theater dance, Dunham technique, Spanish dance, Argentine tango, bharata natyam, West African dance, Alexander Technique, and hip-hop
•Somatic training including Alexander Technique and Authentic Movement
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Washington University Dance Theatre — annual mainstage concert at Edison Theatre with faculty and guest professional choreographers
•WashU Dance Collective — resident dance company performing on campus and throughout St. Louis
•Student Dance Showcase — entirely student-choreographed, danced, directed, and designed concert
•American College Dance Conference participation
STUDY ABROAD
•University of Auckland, New Zealand
•University of Ghana, Legon
•Roehampton University, London
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Graduates pursue careers in professional dance, dance education, art management, and physical therapy
•Students often double-major, combining dance with another field
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 3, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 2, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 2, 2026
Fee
$75Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply via Common App or Coalition App
•No separate department application required
ACADEMICS
•Students with significant prior dance training often double-major
•Senior capstone: honors thesis or senior dance project (all capstones include a written component)
•Dance courses at study abroad institutions may fulfill major/minor requirements with program approval
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission is through the university application only
•No supplemental arts portfolio or audition needed
DANCE PLACEMENT CLASS
•2-hour placement class during first-year orientation in August
•Determines course level placement — not an admissions requirement
•Registration in upper-level dance courses requires approval after placement
Program info updated Mar 23, 12:32 AM
INTIMATE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
•Most dance courses accept no more than 20 students
•Faculty with professional dance experience and academic degrees
•Guest artist residencies and master classes supplement regular instruction
TRAINING
•Emphasis in ballet or modern dance with required dance composition
•Broad curriculum includes contact improvisation, jazz, tap, musical theater dance, Dunham technique, Spanish dance, Argentine tango, bharata natyam, West African dance, Alexander Technique, and hip-hop
•Somatic training including Alexander Technique and Authentic Movement
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Washington University Dance Theatre — annual mainstage concert at Edison Theatre with faculty and guest professional choreographers
•WashU Dance Collective — resident dance company performing on campus and throughout St. Louis
•Student Dance Showcase — entirely student-choreographed, danced, directed, and designed concert
•American College Dance Conference participation
STUDY ABROAD
•University of Auckland, New Zealand
•University of Ghana, Legon
•Roehampton University, London
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Graduates pursue careers in professional dance, dance education, art management, and physical therapy
•Students often double-major, combining dance with another field
Updated Mar 23, 12:32 AM
Academic School Information
4.19
Avg GPA (W)
12%
Admit Rate
94%
Grad Rate
7,857
Enrollment
$86,182
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$65,790
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,786
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$1,716
Family Income $30k - $48k$1,928
Family Income $48k - $75k$5,578
Family Income $75k - $110k$12,603
Family Income $110k+$42,170
