California State University Long Beach - video audition for — MFA in Dance

Recorded Video
Date: Dec. 1, 2025

Video Requirements:

Supplemental materials required as part of the University Application – all materials must be uploaded in order to submit the application. Cover letter - please indicate to which degree you are applying and address how you have met the minimum prerequisites for the program by noting courses taken and/or professional experience that meets the prerequisites. Resume or curriculum vitae - please include employment, education, dance training, performance, and choreography with a clear indication of relevant dates. A 1-2 page statement that provides the following information: links (URL) to two original choreographic works (at least one group work of 3 or more people) created by the applicant and posted to either Vimeo (if set to private, provide a password) or YouTube (set to unlisted) and a concise discussion of each work’s intent, process, and goals, names of performers, and production credits (titles, composers/music, lighting, etc.) Two-page (double-spaced) statement of purpose addressing how applicant’s professional goals will be met through this plan of study. This statement should include the applicant’s current artistic vision, where the applicant would like to see expansion in their creative practice, and their previous work in the field. Three (3) current letters of recommendation submitted directly from the writer. Please enter your recommenders’ names and contact information here. Once your application is submitted, CalState Apply will contact the individuals listed as references in your application for admission with a request to submit a confidential letter of recommendation on your behalf. Please let your recommenders know they should be receiving an email and to check their spam/junk mail folders if they do not see it in their inbox.

Audition Description

Admission to the MFA in Dance at CSULB Dance is a two-part process: the application to the university and the department audition process. The Department accepts new students into the program in the Fall semester of each year. Application to the MFA in Dance does not require GRE scores.

Associated Programs

MFA in Dance
Updated: Aug. 24, 2025