Dance admission at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance

Why it fits you

Who can apply

Three different things not to mix up: the country where you study, your nationality and the country where you live when you apply.

Country of study

United States · Eugene

Target level

Bachelor’s

Fields of study

Arts

Languages

• English: level not specifiedRequiredAccepted certificates: TOEFL score 88 IBT, IELTS score 7.0, Duolingo score 120

Other conditions

• New incoming students can be admitted for the Fall term only.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Incoming students are eligible for admission during Fall term only.
• Transfer applicants to dance must complete both the University of Oregon application and the School of Music and Dance application by January 15, 2027, even though the university's official transfer deadline is February 15.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Special Note to Transfer Applicants: Although the University of Oregon posts an official application deadline of February 15 for transfer applicants, those applying to be dance majors must complete BOTH their UO application and School of Music and Dance application by January 15, 2027.
• Applicants who do not meet these English language levels must complete all required Academic English for International Students (AEIS) coursework.RequiredOrganisation’s wording: Applicants who do not meet these English language proficiencies must complete all required Academic English for International Students (AEIS) coursework.

The real funding

What the opportunity pays, what is left for you to pay and the money to plan before leaving.

Money to plan before leaving

• Enrollment deposit to confirm your intent to enroll; the amount is not stated on this page.

Dates

Applications close

15 January 2027

Results announced

March 19, 2027

Studies start

Fall term 2027

Application steps

In the order set by the programme. Open a step to see the details.

1. 1
   Step 1: Complete the University of Oregon application for admission.To do at the same time as: step 2

   With whom

   You (the applicant), directly to the University of Oregon

   By when

   15 January 2027

   Official link

   Open the official page (opens in a new tab)

2. 2
   Step 2: Complete the UO School of Music and Dance online application.To do at the same time as: step 1

   With whom

   You (the applicant), directly to the School of Music and Dance

   By when

   15 January 2027

   Official link

   Open the official page (opens in a new tab)

3. 3
   Step 3: Audition: required for BFA Dance applicants; encouraged as a placement audition for BA or BS Dance applicants, but not used for admission.

   With whom

   You (the applicant), with the School of Music and Dance

   Official link

   Open the official page (opens in a new tab)

Where to apply