BFA Dance

Admission

• General Guidelines
• Appointment Dates

Major-specific Guidelines –

To be considered for admission to the BFA Dance program, you must first submit an online application to Montclair State University; then follow the guidelines below:

• Applicants should be incoming freshmen or sophomores.

• Upon completion and review of the submitted university application, applicants may be emailed an invitation to attend an audition with the Department of Theatre & Dance. (note: Please schedule your appointment online in accordance with sent instructions. 

• The audition consists of: 

• Participating in a ballet and modern dance technique class during regular school hours;

• Presentation of a minute and a half solo;

• An interview.

• Applicants must bring the following on the day of the audition:

• Resume of dance experience

• Photocopy of your high school or college transcript

• Two letters of recommendation from a teacher, director and/or other dance professional familiar with your work and potential. (note: Letter should evaluate your self-discipline, attitude, motivation, creativity and potential for success in the performing arts)

• Photo of yourself in a dance pose as well as a wallet size headshot.

• Written paragraph as to why you would like to study dance at MSU, e.g. At this time, what are your current career goals and how would your training/studies at MSU help you to fulfill those goals?

• Appropriate dance attire (i.e. leotards, tights and ballet slippers); and

• $30 Audition fee payable to MSU by check or money order.

• Applicants should arrive early on the day of their scheduled appointment.

• Note to long-distance applicants: Dance applicants for whom travel is prohibitive may submit a video in lieu of the in-person audition.
  

Following the portfolio interview, the Department of Theatre and Dance will notify candidates regarding their standing in the review process.

(Note: Once enrolled in the Dance Program, students must participate in an annual review to continue in the program.)

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Appointment Dates –

Refer to Department Admission - Appointments Calendar

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