Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Contemporary dance program with a global perspective centered on the creative act — imagining, making, and doing
•Interdisciplinary, embodied, and collaborative curriculum that is both physically and intellectually rigorous
•Diverse technique offerings: Contemporary, Ballet, Bharata Natyam, Ghanaian, Afro-Brazilian, Hip Hop, Javanese, Jazz, and West African Dance
FACULTY
•World-class faculty and choreographers active in the field
•Faculty achievements include Guggenheim Awards, Bessie Awards, and UN-funded projects
•Faculty work at cutting-edge venues including Bates Dance Festival and Jacobs Pillow
STUDY ABROAD
•International dance opportunities in Chile, Ghana, Ecuador, and Czech Republic
•Faculty-led international dance courses
CAPSTONE
•All majors complete a capstone experience — either a one-semester senior project or a two-semester senior thesis
•Honors candidates complete senior research in the form of a thesis
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atScoir
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 15, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 1, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 1, 2026
Fee
$65Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Submit Common Application or Coalition Application via SCOIR
•No audition or portfolio required for university admission
•Optional supplemental materials in dance may be submitted through SlideRoom
MAJOR ADMISSION
•Students declare the dance major after completing either Spring Dance Choreography Workshop (DANC250) or Dance Tech Lab (DANC105)
•This requirement may be waived under special circumstances — contact the Department Chair
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•Admission to Wesleyan is based on academic standing
•No auditions required for acceptance to the school
•Students are admitted to the Dance major after completing gateway coursework
CONTACT
•Contact the Department Chair with questions about the major
Program info updated 4d ago
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Contemporary dance program with a global perspective centered on the creative act — imagining, making, and doing
•Interdisciplinary, embodied, and collaborative curriculum that is both physically and intellectually rigorous
•Diverse technique offerings: Contemporary, Ballet, Bharata Natyam, Ghanaian, Afro-Brazilian, Hip Hop, Javanese, Jazz, and West African Dance
FACULTY
•World-class faculty and choreographers active in the field
•Faculty achievements include Guggenheim Awards, Bessie Awards, and UN-funded projects
•Faculty work at cutting-edge venues including Bates Dance Festival and Jacobs Pillow
STUDY ABROAD
•International dance opportunities in Chile, Ghana, Ecuador, and Czech Republic
•Faculty-led international dance courses
CAPSTONE
•All majors complete a capstone experience — either a one-semester senior project or a two-semester senior thesis
•Honors candidates complete senior research in the form of a thesis
Updated 4d ago
Academic School Information
3.90
Avg GPA
16%
Admit Rate
92%
Grad Rate
3,067
Enrollment
$73,897
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$70,342
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$30,177
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$4,871
Family Income $30k - $48k$3,604
Family Income $48k - $75k$6,175
Family Income $75k - $110k$17,294
Family Income $110k+$51,140
