Winthrop University
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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD)
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Styles include modern, ballet, jazz, and more
•One main stage dance production annually
•Two student choreography showcases per year
•Up to six studio dance/theatre productions
CAREER OUTCOMES
•100% job placement rate for graduates seeking employment in dance education
•K-12 Teacher Certification included with degree
FACULTY
•Faculty have worked with Merce Cunningham, Bodiography Contemporary Ballet, Charlotte Ballet, Utah Ballet, and Zurich Ballet
•Dedicated mentoring and career preparation
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Liberal arts-based B.A. with core in performance, production, and theory
•Lock-step program — summer study abroad is the recommended option
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Acceptd SubmissionJul 1, 2026
Audition
On-Campus Audition (Winthrop University)Feb 28, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Dance
TWO DANCE COMBINATIONS, 2 min max each
•Two short combinations of different styles as separate clips
•Should demonstrate contrast in dance style
RESTRICTIONS
•No tumbling, dance team, cheerleading, or tap routines
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Current photo
resume (required)
•Include training, performance experience, and education
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Winthrop University via Common App
•Submit audition materials via Acceptd
•Must be declared as a dance major to be considered for scholarships
ELIGIBILITY
•Open to freshmen and transfer students
CERTIFICATION
•Graduates earn B.A. in Dance and K-12 Teacher Certification through the College of Education
•100% job placement rate for dance education graduates
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit video audition materials via Acceptd
•Materials reviewed promptly after submission
ON-CAMPUS AUDITION
•Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10 AM
•Also used for scholarship consideration
•Notification around end of March
PLACEMENT
•Dance faculty conduct a placement class at the beginning of fall semester to assess dance technique proficiency for all new dance majors
CONTACT
•Kelly Ozust, Director of Dance — ozustk@winthrop.edu
Scholarship Info
DEAN'S MERITORIOUS SCHOLARSHIP (DMS)
•In-state: $1,000–$3,000 per year
•Out-of-state: $13,998 per year (includes out-of-state tuition waiver)
-Renewable for up to four years (total value: $55,992)
•Awarded based on audition
MARY HOWEY-DECKLE SCHOLARSHIP
•Covers full cost of tuition
•Renewable for up to eight semesters
ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Producers Circle Scholarships — active department participants
•Carolina Copy Cats June McDuffee Scholarship — York County residents in dance or theatre
Program info updated 6 days ago
Academic School Information
4.00
Avg GPA (W)
75%
Admit Rate
61%
Grad Rate
3,424
Enrollment
$47,185
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$15,956
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$30,286
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,353
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$13,361
Family Income $30k - $48k$13,395
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,762
Family Income $75k - $110k$19,267
Family Income $110k+$20,653
