*Students who submit audition materials and have been accepted by the university by January 31 will be considered for dance scholarships. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA to be eligible for need-based financial aid and scholarships through both the university and dance program.

Apply and Audition
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Admission into the Department of Dance is a multi-step process:
- Submit a WMU application: Seek admission to the university by applying through admissions.
- Register to audition: Submit an application and register through Acceptd to audition for the Department of Dance.
- Attend an audition, virtually or in person: Below is a list of audition and interview opportunities and information about participating in each.
On-campus auditions
Friday, October 28, 2022
Friday, November 11, 2022
Friday, February 24, 2023
Virtual auditions
Virtual auditions occur on a rolling basis through through April 1st.
Off-campus auditions
- NYCDA, Orlando, FL
Dates: July 15-17, 2022
Information: NYCDA
- Big Muddy Dance Festival College Fair & Audition, St. Louis, MO
Dates: September 17-18, 2022
Application: Festival website
- Eisenhower Dance Detroit College Audition, Birmingham, MI
Dates: October 9, 2022
Information: Eisenhower Dance
- Chicago National Association of Dance Masters (CNADM) Dance College & Career Fair/Audition, Chicago, IL
Dates: November 5-6, 2022
Application: Festival website
- Oakland Dance Festival, Rochester Hills, MI
Dates: TBA (late November, 2022)