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Dance Project strives to make dance accessible to as many people as possible, so we offer several ways to assist with the financial cost of taking classes. 

Click for more information about Scholarships and Work-Study/Trade. 

Scholarships

Eligibility and Timeline

Adults, teens, and youth students are eligible for scholarship support, for classes, camps, clinics, and intensives. You may apply each semester, as long as you continue to meet the eligibility guidelines. Scholarship funds go quickly, so be sure to get your application in during the Priority Application window for the best chance of receiving financial support.

When to apply

FALL 2026 SCHOLARSHIPS:

*FALL 2026 APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED AS OF 9/18. ALL FUNDS AWARDED.*

Fall Priority Application Window: 
July 15-August 3

Submit your application in this window for the best chance for receiving support!

After August 3, applications will be accepted as long as funds remain, until 9/30.

SPRING 2027 SCHOLARSHIPS:

Application window for Spring 2027 classes will open in November 2026.

Please stay tuned for more details!

SUMMER 2027 SCHOLARSHIPS:

Scholarship application window for Summer Classes, Camps, & Pre/Professional Dance Intensive will be announced in early Spring.

Please stay tuned for more details! 

Application

Apply with our online form via Jotform below.

OR download the printable PDF below and return it to our office. Printed applications can also be requested from the Dance Project office. Questions? Contact Magalli at magalli@danceproject.org

NEED TO KNOWS

  • You must fill out the entire application to be considered.
  • You will need to provide tax/income documentation.
  • Scholarships do not cover 100% of tuition costs. Recent applicants have received awards to cover approximately 50-75% of tuition. 
  • Previous scholarship recipients must have paid any remaining family contribution from previous semesters to be eligible to apply again. 
  • Students must use any trade credit on accounts before being eligible for scholarship funding. 
  • Scholarships are for one semester only. 
  • If awarded you will receive an acceptance email at least 1 week prior to semester start date. You must accept the scholarship in email in order to be awarded the funds.
  • If awarded a scholarship and your total remaining balance is less than $150, it must be paid in full/in one installment to participate.
  • If your total remaining balance is more than $150 you will qualify for an installment plan. All installment plans are negotiated with the office.
PDF APPLICATION

Trade/WorkStudy

Each semester Dance Project offers ways for dancers and their family members to participate in cost-reducing trades. These trades all vary in time commitment and rate. All trades earned will be applied to the following semester’s account balance. Contact the office for more details & specific opportunities.

Teaching Assistant
Commitment: Assisting teachers in young dance classes.
Time: Weekly class assignment (mutually agreed upon schedule).
Age requirement: 13+ (students 13-18 can make interest known, the office will make final determination)
Rate: $8 hr (youth) $10 hr (adult)

Office Support
Commitment: Working in support role in office at front desk. Training will be provided.
Time: 1-3 hours weekly
Age requirement: 18+
Rate: $10 hr

Studio Cleaning
Commitment: 1-2x monthly deep cleaning of studios.
Time: 1.5-2 hours each visit for 1 semester.
Age requirement: 16+
Rate: $15 hr

Costume Washing
Rate: Flat fee based on number of costumes

Table Cloth Washing
Rate: Flat fee based on number of tablecloths

Costume Sewing
Rate: Flat fee based on labor needs

Thank you to our 2026-2027 Scholarship Sponsors