Illinois
2 Year Programs
Name of College
Illinois Central College
Degrees Offered:
AA
Address
1 College Dr, East Peoria, IL 61635-0001
Phone Number
(309) 694-5422
Web link
https://icc.edu/academics/catalog/academic-departments/arts-and-behavioral-sciences/dance/
Email Contact
n/a
4 Year Program
Name of College
Columbia College Chicago
Degrees Offered:
Minor, Minor - Hip-hop Studies, Minor - Arts in Healthcare, BA, BFA, Grad Certificate/Masters - Movement Therapy
Address
600 South Michigan Chicago,IL 60605-1996
Phone Number
(312) 663-1600
Web link
https://www.colum.edu/academics/fine-and-performing-arts/dance/majors-and-programs
Email Contact
lgonzales@colum.edu
Any required Standardized Test?
While test scores are not required for admission, you may choose to submit your results from the ACT or SAT.2.
Required high school GPA?
3.343.
Application material needed?
An audition/interview is required and upload portfolio (Write and submit a one-page essay (175 words minimum) that addresses your interest in the Dance BFA program and Upload a 2-3 minute video of you performing a solo dance of any dance style.)4.
Application deadline?
When and where is the audition?
Deadline (11:59 p.m. on January 15, 2021) Virtual Interview Dates (Saturday, February 6, 2021 - Saturday, February 27, 2021)
Can you double major?
Undergraduate students who wish to double major are encouraged to select two majors that both lead to a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree. When a student wishes to double major in two majors that lead to two different undergraduate degrees (for example, a BA and a BFA) it is known as a dual degree.
Estimated annual cost?
$26,6108.
Any scholarship links?
Apply for Internal Scholarships at Columbia College Chicago, https://www.colum.edu/columbia-central/scholarships/internal-scholarships9.
Styles & Techniques taught within the program?
Ballet, West African Dance, Hip-Hop, Jazz10.
Graduating credentials?
BA/BFA
Name of College:
Loyola University Chicago
Name of College/University and Name of Program:
Main Office Mailing Address:
1200 Mundelein Center, Sandra Kaufmann Director of Dance Loyola University Chicago 921 Mundelein Center for the Arts 1020 West Sheridan Road Chicago, IL 60660
Program website:
https://www.luc.edu/dance/
Program contact name, extension and email address:
Sandra Kaufmann, skaufm3@luc.edu
What programs does the school offer?
4 Year Minor Program, 4 Year Major Program, Masters with Dance Accreditation and placement in partnership with Chicago Public Schools
Style/technique is focused on at the school:
Contemporary Modern, Ballet, Classical Modern, Jazz, Pointe, Global Dance
Can you double major?
Yes
Estimated annual cost?
$70,000
Upon graduation from your program what kind of degree or certificate will students receive?
BA Dance, Dance Minor or MEd in Elementary Ed with Dance Endorsement
Application deadline?
April 5, 2023
Application material needed?
Essay (Self Reflection or other topic), Dance Resume and/or Dance Reel, Test scores
Which standardized tests are required?
None
Required high school GPA?
Students will be best served who are able to have a 3.0 or above average in HS
Do you need to audition?
Yes, virtually, Yes, in person
If in person, where is the audition held?
Loyola University Chicago
Will each dancer need to perform a solo?
Yes
Please tell us about your program, any incentives, things that make your program stand out. Anything we have missed that you want to share with prospective students.
1) Academic and Artistic excellence, supporting double majors 2) Chicago as Extended Classroom with extensive interaction with professional dance community 3) A Committment to Dance and Social Justice 4) Undergraduate excellence 5) 1 year MEd Degree with guarenteed employment supported by a $40,000 fellowship
Any scholarship links?
https://www.luc.edu/undergrad/tuitionandfinancialaid/scholarships/9.
Name of College
Northwestern University
Degrees Offered:
Major
Address
633 Clark St Evanston,IL 60208
Phone Number
(847) 491-3741
Web link
https://communication.northwestern.edu/academic-programs/major-in-dance/
Email Contact
nu-dance@northwestern.edu
Any required Standardized Test?
Candidates for certain special admission programs must submit the SAT Subject Tests specified below. SAT Subject Tests are optional for other candidates.2. Required high school GPA?
Application material needed?
Students gain admission to the dance major through the regular Northwestern Undergraduate application process. There is no audition for the dance major. A placement class is held during Wildcat Welcome to determine the appropriate technique level for students to take.
Application deadline?
When and where is the audition?
Can you double major?
No
Estimated annual cost?
$76.317/year
Any scholarship links?
Federal loans or private scholarships are provided according to their own criteria and sometimes regardless of financial need. Financial aid consists of scholarships, part-time employment, and loan funding.
Styles & Techniques taught within the program?
Contemporary modern dance, which includes the vibrant Jump Rhythm Jazz style, along with ballet and tap.
Graduating creditails?
SoC
Name of College/University and Name of Program:
University of Illinois Department of Dance
Main Office Mailing Address:
907 1/2 W Nevada St, Urbana IL 61801
Program website:
dance.illinois.edu
Program contact name, extension and email address:
Anna Sapozhnikov, 217-244-2072, sapozhni@illinois.edu
What programs does the school offer?
4 Year Major Program
Style/technique is focused on at the school:
various styles and forms, including Hip Hop, African, Modern, Ballet, Jazz, Improvisation, choreography, anatomy and kinesiology, teaching methods, dance history, music for dancers, production, and mind-body disciplines.
Can you double major?
Yes
Estimated annual cost?
in state tuition: $15,000, out of state: $30,000
Upon graduation from your program what kind of degree or certificate will students receive?
BFA or BA, we also offer Yoga Certification
Application deadline?
early action November 1st, regular application January 5 deadline
Application material needed?
Essay (Self Reflection or other topic), Test scores
Which standardized tests are required?
ACT, SAT
Required high school GPA?
Do you need to audition?
Yes, in person
If in person, where is the audition held?
on campus or in Chicago
Will each dancer need to perform a solo?
Yes
Please tell us about your program, any incentives, things that make your program stand out. Anything we have missed that you want to share with prospective students.
Our program has a new curriculum that focuses on placing importance on many different styles and forms to help support diversity and versatility. Our students dance intensively in daily technique courses that include a global spectrum of dance aesthetics and dance forms such as African- Caribbean, Ballet, Contemporary, Hip-hop, House, Jazz, Modern, Tap, Umfundalai and Vogue in light-filled studios with live musicians. Our program features in-depth interactions that will prepare students to enter the professional world of dance through interactions with major artists in the field and individualized mentoring with our faculty.
Any scholarship links?
https://dance.illinois.edu/article/35-resources/awards/1409.
Name of College
Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts
Illinois State University
Degrees Offered:
Minor, Major, Major - Education 9-12 Licensure
Address
Campus Box 5600
Normal, Il 61790-5600
Phone Number
(309) 438-8321
Web link
https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/dance/
Email Contact
cbmonso@ilstu.edu
Name of College
Northeastern Illinois University
Degrees Offered:
Minor
Address
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625-4699
Phone Number
(773) 583-4050
Web link
https://catalog.neiu.edu/arts-sciences/music/minor-dance/
Email Contact
n/a
Name of College
Northern Illinois University
Degrees Offered:
BFA
Address
1425 W. Lincoln Hwy. DeKalb, IL 60115-2828
Phone Number
815-753-1334
Web link
https://www.niu.edu/theatre/academics/undergraduate/bfa-dance/index.shtml
Email Contact
theatreinfo@niu.edu
Name of College
Principia College
Degrees Offered:
Minor
Address
1 Maybeck Place, Elsah, IL 62028
Phone Number
618.374.2131
Web link
http://www.principiacollege.edu/theatre-dance
Email Contact
n/a
Name of College
Rockford University
Degrees Offered:
Minor, BA, BFA, BFA - Musical Theatre
Address
5050 East State Street
Rockford IL 61108
Phone Number
815-226-4108
Web link
https://www.rockford.edu/academics/departments/performingarts/programs/
Email Contact
JHendry@rockford.edu
Name of College
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Degrees Offered:
BA
Address
State Route 157
Edwardsville, IL 62026
Phone Number
(888) 328-5168
Web link
Email Contact
charper@siue.edu