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What Makes Us Special?
What Makes Us Special?

Dance magazine includes George Mason School of Dance in article about what makes dance schools special.

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Tim Coburn, courtesy George Mason University
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How to Apply

Admission into the dance program is a multistep process. Students wishing to pursue a Dance BFA must apply to both the University and the School of Dance. Each year, for merit and talent scholarship consideration, please apply by the November 1 Early Action Deadline. Follow the steps below.

Part One - Application

Apply to the university. Your application to the university must be on file prior to your audition. The early action and scholarship application deadline is November 1, the regular decision application deadline is February 1, and the transfer application priority deadline is March 1.

Please allow 48-72 hours for the university to generate a unique George Mason University G number. This identification number is necessary to complete Part Two – Audition application process.

Part Two - Audition

2024-2025 Audition Dates:

  • Friday, November 8
  • Saturday, January 18, in NYC
  • Saturday, February 1
  • Saturday, February 22

Sign up for an audition on Slideroom.

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Create Your Life in Dance.

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Tim Coburn
Mason's School of Dance

The team of professionals at George Mason University's School of Dance supports dance performances with costume design, set construction, lighting, and sound.

Contact Us

Email us or call us: 703-993-1114. Visit us at the deLaski Performing Arts Building, A300, George Mason University, 4400 University Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030.
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