University of South Florida Theater and Dance - video audition for — Dance Performance - Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) - Concentration in Ballet or Modern & 2 more

Recorded Video
Date: April 1, 2026

Video Requirements:

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 [email protected] for assistance. You can audition for the BFA in 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 BFA in 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.

Audition Description

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.

Associated Programs

Dance Performance - Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) - Concentration in Ballet or Modern Dance Studies- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Advanced Dance Studies Certificate
Updated: Aug. 27, 2025