KU Dance Department | Admissions

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Dance Admissions

You must declare a dance major on your KU application for admission to the Department of Dance. You will be admitted as a dance major based on your high school record, your ACT or SAT scores, and the successful completion of an audition.

All students interested in pursuing a degree in Dance must audition. The audition will consist of a combined ballet, modern and jazz dance class.


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