- Follow the Chapman application process and submit your Common Application. Please apply by our priority deadline of November 1.
- Submit your Creative Supplement materials through your Application Status Page. You’ll gain access to your Application Status Page within 48 hours of submitting the Common Application!
- Wait. (This is when we’ll review your application and materials.) Select applicants will be invited to a live audition session (which are offered in person and virtually). At the live audition you will be able to meet faculty and current students and participate in a Q & A.
- Receive your final admission decision.
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» How to Apply—BA in Dance
All potential dance majors must first apply to the BA in Dance program.
Once enrolled as a Dance major, students may apply to the BFA in Dance program in the spring of their sophomore year.
Creative Supplement Materials
The following items must be submitted through your Application Status Page to complete your application to the BA in Dance major.
If you have questions, visit our Creative Supplement FAQs page or email us at copaadmit@chapman.edu.
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Creative Supplement Goal Statement
The mission of the Chapman University Department of Dance is to develop well-rounded and versatile artists to excel in careers of teaching, choreography and performance of dance. Why are you pursuing this well rounded training? Note who we are (and are not) and describe how you are a great fit for this environment and how this department helps support your unique dreams.
500 words maximum
Dance Resume
This should include your training, teachers, performance and technical experience. Include the names of dance directors and choreographers with whom you have worked, as well as any media work you have done. You may want to include awards and any summer scholarships you have received.
Photograph
Please upload a photo of yourself so we can identify you; professional headshots are not required.
Pre-Screen Audition Videos
Your pre-screen audition videos should consist of a brief introduction and a dance solo performance. We’ll evaluate your technical prowess, presence, musicality, expression and performance quality to determine your eligibility for a talent scholarship.
- Introduction Video: In 60 seconds or less, state your name, tell us where you're from and outline your performing experience. Please explain why you want to attend Chapman. Be sure to use a medium shot (from chest up).
- Dance Audition Video: Prepare a two minute dance solo demonstrating a wide range of your dance technique and artistry. It may be a dance you choreographed or a dance someone has choreographed for you (please be sure to credit the choreographer). No zooming, close ups, or editing within the video. If you have skills in more than one dance form (jazz, modern, ballet, tap etc.) you may present two separate shorter pieces to demonstrate your talent. Please note: regardless of number of solos presented, style, or genre we ask that we see movement criteria such as transitioning to and from the floor, jumping, balancing, travelling, and moments of full body expansion.
Application Deadlines
To view deadlines, please visit the appropriate How to Apply page:
Talent Awards
Talent Awards are scholarships that are given to recognize outstanding talent, skill and dedication.
Talent Award funding is determined by the department during review of the Creative Supplement, Pre-Screen Requirements and live audition session. No additional paperwork or scholarship application is required.
