Applying To The Graduate Program in Dance

Graduate Application Deadline: December 1, 2025

Audition Date:  February 20, 2026
 

Applicants for admission to the M.F.A. in Dance must meet the general requirements for admission to graduate studies and hold a bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.F.A. in Dance preferred) or equivalent. A minimum undergraduate grade point average of at least a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) is required. Admission to the Dance MFA is for Fall quarter only.

Apply online at UCI Office of Graduate Studies by December 1st. All documents, including transcripts and letters of reference, must be received by December 1, 2025. The Department of Dance requires additional materials for admission to the graduate program. Continue to check back here for further updates regarding important information about the audition process and materials that must be submitted prior to the audition. Auditions will be held in person on Friday, February 20, 2026 by invitation only. 

If you have questions, contact the Dance Department at dancemfa@uci.edu. 

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