Join LMU Dance and become part of a vibrant community where rigorous training meets real-world career preparation. Our distinguished faculty and forward-thinking curriculum are all designed to cultivate the next generation of dance changemakers.
Through industry-leading career preparedness programs and dynamic performance opportunities, we empower students to thrive professionally while embracing and expressing their unique artistic identities.
We welcome students from a diversity of dance backgrounds and training. Regardless of the style or technique you choose to send us, we will be evaluating you based on similar criteria: coordination, strength, musicality and/or phrasing, and performance quality.
Below, please find step by step instructions for applying and auditioning to our program.
Audition Requirements: Prospective First Year & Transfer Students—Dance Majors
1. Apply to Loyola Marymount University using one of the available options: LMU Online App, Common App, or Coalition app.
Note: Dance must be listed as your first-choice major in order to be considered for admission into the LMU Dance program.
2. Once your application is submitted, you'll gain access to the LMU Application Status Portal, where you will need to upload two videos:
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- One video response to the question provided below.
Please introduce yourself, share your dance goals and aspirations, and why LMU Dance is the right program to help you develop as a dance artist (3 minutes max). - One video of your dance proficiency audition tape or verification of a pre-approval upload.
Your performance can be in any style that you feel best showcases your unique talents and skills (no compilations please and 2 minutes max).
- One video response to the question provided below.
Your entire audition for LMU Dance is submitted online. You do not need to come on campus or schedule an interview. All of the submission deadlines are the same dates as the university deadlines as listed below.
Students interested in adding dance as a second major or changing their major will audition for the program in the fall semester. Learn more.
Important Dates
Application Deadlines for First-Year Students:
- November 1: Early Decision (binding)
- November 1: Early Action (non-binding)
- January 8: Early Decision II (binding)
- January 15: Regular Decision
Note: Early Decision (ED) is binding. If admitted, students are expected to submit their commitment deposit by January 11. Only apply ED if LMU is your top choice. Early Action (EA) is non-binding and allows students until May 1 to make their final decision.
Interested in minoring in Dance or applying as an internal transfer?
If you're currently enrolled at LMU and would like to add a Dance minor or change your major/add Dance as a second major (BA in Dance), please use the links below to learn more and begin the process.
Minor Audition Information
Internal Transfer Audition Information
Application Deadlines for Transfer Students:
- Transfer Priority Deadline to Start January 2026
- Spring Priority Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Transfer Priority Deadline for Fall 2026
- Fall Priority Deadline: February 1, 2026
- After February 1, 2026, transfer student applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Get In Touch with LMU Dance
General Inquiries
Email: Dance@lmu.edu
Schedule a Dance Tour
Contact: Juliet Szatko, Senior Administrative Coordinator
Email: Juliet.Szatko@lmu.edu
Recruitment & Transfer Support
Contact: Geri Brown, Director of Commercial Dance & Recruitment
Email: Geraldine.Brown@lmu.edu
Other Resources
- Virtual Campus Tours: https://admission.lmu.edu/visit/
- General Admissions: admissions@lmu.edu | https://www.lmu.edu/apply/
- Financial Aid: finaid@lmu.edu | https://financialaid.lmu.edu/
- Scholarships: Departmental scholarships are available to current LMU Dance students after their first semester, on a highly selective basis.