I'm really passionate about dance and want to attend a college focused on it. Are there specific scholarships available for students pursuing degrees in dance?
Absolutely, there are numerous scholarships specifically tailored towards students like you who are interested in pursuing dance at the college level.
Some notable national scholarships include:
1. NFAA Young Arts Program: This scholarship program is available to dance students between the ages of 15-18. They award up to $10,000 in scholarships to students in various artistic disciplines, including dance.
2. Dizzy Feet Foundation Scholarship: This scholarship, founded by Nigel Lythgoe (the producer of "So You Think You Can Dance"), is awarded to students who are pursuing dance at an accredited four-year institution. The scholarship amount varies each year.
3. Dance Discovery Foundations’ Student Arts Scholarships: This organization offers scholarships to high school juniors and seniors who plan to pursue a dance career. Applicants must attend a California school and have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Aside from these, it's crucial to check with the specific dance colleges you're applying to as many of them might offer their own scholarships or grants to incoming students. Some colleges with known substantial dance program scholarships include The Juilliard School and Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
Additionally, websites like Fastweb and Appily could be useful for finding additional dance or performance-related scholarships. Be sure to start your scholarship search early and keep track of all deadlines. Best of luck in your future dance endeavors!
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