University of South Florida

School of Theatre & Dance

College of Design, Art & Performance

Dance Admissions

Overview

All prospective Dance Majors must audition during the year prior to their first semester to be placed into the Dance Program. The dance faculty places great value on each student’s individual potential in dance as well as in academic success. Acceptance as a USF Dance Major is contingent upon both the acceptance by the University of South Florida and by the Dance Department through the audition process.

To declare a major in dance, the student must place into at least the level I in both ballet and contemporary dance. If placed in Movement Practices, the student cannot declare a major in dance.

Admission into the BFA in Dance Performance program

Dance majors pursuing the BFA in Dance Performance must participate in a secondary admissions procedure. After being accepted into the dance program, prospective BFA students will be evaluated following the completion of their first year. Formal acceptance into the BFA program will be based on technical ability, performance qualities and academic standards.

Dance Auditions for Admission

IN-PERSON AUDITIONS DATES FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Registration Form will Open August 1, 2024

  • Friday, October 11, 2024 - Registration Closes Oct 09
  • Friday, October 25, 2024 - Registration Closes Oct 23
  • Friday, January 17, 2025 - Registration Closes Jan 15
  • Friday, February 21, 2025 - Registration Closes Feb 19

OR

Submit a video audition, through "Acceptd" using the USF video audition guidelines.  - Opens Sept 5 - Closes April 1

If you have any questions about auditions, please email theatredance@usf.edu for assistance.

You can audition for the Dance Program first, then Apply to USF. The audition determines your class placement, if you are accepted to USF. We encourage you to apply to USF as soon as possible to be considered for departmental support. Make sure you select Dance as your major when applying to USF.

Acceptance as a USF Dance Major is contingent upon both the acceptance by the University of South Florida and by the Dance Department through the audition process.

Please note: Due to early deadlines for out-of-state financial aid, we suggest that out of state prospective majors audition by November.

Contact Us

The theatre and dance academic advisor can help you with questions about our admissions process and/or programs. Please contact advising at Theatre and Dance Advising.