Grants and Scholarships

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  Continuing Dance Major Scholarships

  On an annual basis, the Department of Dance awards scholarships to Dance Majors based upon their contributions to the Department and academic achievement. These scholarships range from full tuition to part tuition. The funds for these scholarships come from a variety of sources including the university and many generous benefactors who have donated monies to assistant students in funding their education. Applications are collected at the beginning of each Winter Semester and awards are announced at the semester’s end.

  Due February 1

  For more information contact Brent Keck.

  brent_keck@byu.edu

  APPLY HERE

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  Kagel Blessing Non-Dancing Major Scholarships

  All scholarship recipients must adhere to the following requirements: 

  1. Must be non-dance major
  2. Must be a continuing student at Brigham Young University in good academic standing - undergraduate students only
  3. Must take a minimum of 12 credits during the semester of the award

  Applications will be available in the Dance Office located at 294 of the Richards Building on April 1-April 7.
  Applications are due April 7 by 12:00pm. Late applications will not accepted.

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  Laycock Center for Creative Collaboration in the Arts

  The Laycock Center provides funding for large-scale collaborative projects. The purpose of this endowment is to create opportunities for students in the College of Fine Arts and Communications to develop and excel in collaborative environments under tutelage of master mentors. The endowment will promote and enable creative collaboration among faculty, students, artists, educators, and scholars in any of the various disciplines of the College, and establish a unique culture of student mentoring.

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  Film & Digital Media Fund Application

  The Film and Digital Media Fund is a means by which students can receive College of Fine Arts and Communications (CFAC) and/or Department of Dance funding and support to conceptualize, create, and produce innovative media projects in support of the educational mission of the department. Successful proposals will have a detailed and realistic budget, timeline, and plan.

  1. How does this proposed project support your professional and educational goals?

  2. How have you been prepared? What course work or other experiences have you had to successfully complete the proposed project?

  Important note: This application is for student funding is from the College of Fine Arts and Communications (CFAC). Please follow all procedures and follow up outlined in the link below.

  APPLY HERE

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  Experiential Learning

  Students can apply for Experiential Learning grants through the Department of Dance. Apply at the link below. Applications for BA students who have projects taking place between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 2026 are due on Sept. 28, 2026. BFA students contact Ashley Parov for more information.

  Please answer the following questions in your application responses.

  1. How does this grant support your professional and educational goals?

  2. How have you been prepared? What course work or other experiences have you had to successfully complete the course?

  A report must be submitted after receiving the funds and completing your experience. Please use the form here for your report.

  APPLY HERE

Dance Talent Awards

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  Ballet Application

  Ballet Application Deadline:

  December 1 each year

  Incoming Freshmen and transfer students entering BYU in the Fall of 2026 are invited to apply for Talent Awards by clicking on the SlideRoom link below. In SlideRoom, you will be given a video link with some ballet exercises to learn. In your application, you will submit a video of yourself performing the exercises, along with a photo of yourself in 1st Arabesque. Women should be on pointe for both the video and the photo. Applications will be reviewed by members of the BYU Dance Faculty. Visit dance.byu.edu/ballet for dress code expectations.

  To apply, visit byudance.slideroom.com/#/Login.

  All applications will be accepted starting October 1 by online video submission only, to be inclusive and accessible to all. The deadline for submission is the end of the day on December 1, 2026, and you will receive the results of your audition (including your placement in ballet technique classes at BYU) by March 2027. If you have further questions, please contact balletarea@byu.edu.

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  Ballroom Application

  Ballroom Application Deadline:

  December 1 each year

  All incoming freshmen will audition with the same routines and music. No costumes please. Video should be a single shot (no editing or cuts) ---in one stationary position.

  Application and videos due December 1st, 2025.

  Step 1: View and learn the audition routines here.
  Music: Samba Music and Waltz Music
  Step 3: Apply for a scholarship and upload your videos here.

  Only those applicants who apply with the approved routines and music will be considered.
  

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  Contemporary Application

  BYU Dance Talent Award Video Audition

  For incoming student scholarships beginning Fall Semester 2027

  To make this application process as inclusive and accessible as possible, no live auditions will be held during the 2026–27 application cycle. Instead, applicants should submit a video audition demonstrating their dance abilities.

  Each application will be reviewed by at least four members of the BYU Dance faculty.

  Video Audition Deadline: Tuesday, December 1, 2026

  Applicants should record themselves according to the directions below and submit videos through SlideRoom. Applicants must submit two of the four options listed below.

  Each video should begin with a brief verbal introduction, or “slate,” including the applicant’s name, hometown, and the audition option or sequence being presented.

  Submission Options

  1. Keely’s Sequence
     Learn, perform, record, and submit Keely’s sequence:
     https://youtu.be/bc7kapA1JG4

     Please use the track “Plan & Elevation: V. The Beech Tree,” beginning at 1:00:
     https://open.spotify.com/track/3YOSREsaibDgv4EdQ0AeAQ?si=9n3sXZVYRqKxSbp5hExLuQ&utm_source=copy-link&rowId=06ece58cf75746ee
     

  2. Solo Performance
     Submit a short video of yourself performing a solo. In your verbal introduction, identify the music, dance concept or theme, inspiration, and choreographer.
  3. Original Choreography
     Submit a video of your original contemporary choreography. Include information about the inspiration, purpose, performance date, dancers, venue, and music.
  4. Teaching
     Submit a video of yourself teaching a dance class. Make sure your verbal instruction can be heard clearly, and obtain permission from all students shown in the video before uploading it. Include the date and location of the class, as well as your learning objectives.

  Applicants will be notified of their status no later than February 15, 2027.

  Questions or concerns may be directed to Professor Nathan Balser at n_balser@byu.edu.
  

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  Cultural Dance Application

  Cultural Dance Application Deadline:

  December 8, 2025

  Video Auditions

  Applicants must complete an audition by online video submission only that demonstrates their dance performance ability. Applicants will need to record themselves following the requirements listed below and then submit a video audition application online. Visit the BYU Dance Dress Code Philosophy for details about apparel.

  Requirements for video auditions

  Please upload two videos no longer than 1 minute and 30 seconds each of you performing different types of dance.

  Together, your submissions should showcase contrasting styles of movement, such as:

  • Clogging and Bollywood
  • Ballet and Tap
  • Irish and Contemporary
  • Any similar combination of your choice

  Please aim to show your strongest selections of varied body movement proficiencies.

  Costumes are not necessary.

  Video Audition Application Form