Overview

The Ballet programme at the University of Oklahoma provides a comprehensive professional environment dedicated to performance, pedagogy, and choreography. Students receive world-class instruction designed to prepare them for the rigorous demands of professional dance companies and international stages. This degree integrates intensive technical training with theoretical and historical perspectives of the art form.

Why Ballet at the University of Oklahoma?

The School of Dance is ranked among the top three in the nation by Dance Magazine, reflecting a fifty-year tradition of excellence. Students train in the Donald W. Reynolds Performing Arts Center, a state-of-the-art facility featuring professional dance studios, a body conditioning suite, and extensive dance archives. The small cohort size of approximately 90 students ensures personalised attention from award-winning faculty members.

Performance opportunities are a cornerstone of the experience, with students auditioning for the Oklahoma Festival Ballet. This resident company has a global reputation, having toured internationally to locations such as France, China, and Japan. These experiences allow dancers to refine their technical and expressive abilities in a professional, real-world atmosphere before graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 34414 per year
National fee: USD 23490 per year
Local fee: USD 5370 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a strong foundation in classical technique alongside academic study. Modules may include:

Ballet Technique
Choreography
Dance History
Pedagogy
Body Conditioning
Theatrical Perspectives
Performance Practice

Careers with Ballet

Graduates from this programme are highly sought after by prestigious organisations and professional dance companies. Alumni have secured roles as company members, artistic directors, and educators across the globe. The diverse skill set acquired also allows for transitions into arts management and public relations within the cultural sector.

Typical employers and career paths include:

Professional companies such as Boston Ballet and Dance Theatre of Harlem
National organisations like Oklahoma City Ballet and Nevada Dance Theatre
Higher education institutions and specialised dance academies
Arts councils and cultural outreach services
Marketing and public relations for performing arts groups

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Stage Makeup for the Dancer

Rehearsal and Production

Pointe Class (two semesters)

Ballet Variations (Ballet Repertoire)

Performance Practices in Ballet

Ballet Choreography

Teaching of Ballet Technique

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

124-128

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Norman, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit either the OU Application, Common Application, or Coalition Application. This includes a $40, non-refundable application fee for domestic applicants.

Official high school transcript that reflects at least six semesters of work completed and includes your GPA computed on an unweighted 4.0 scale and your class rank

Official test scores to us through ACT and/or The College Board. Your test scores may also be included on your official high school transcript

Letter of recommendation

Official copies of any AP or CLEP test scores

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

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Non-residents

34414 USD / year

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Out-of-State

23490 USD / year

≈ 23490 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5370 USD / year

≈ 5370 USD / year

Living costs

Norman

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

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