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Scholarships
Peridance Center firmly believes that one of its responsibilities, as a major New York City dance hub, is to demonstrate a commitment to giving back to the local, national, and international communities. The Center's faculty, students and staff dedicate themselves to be part of this mission and to make a positive change in their communities as well. There are three opportunities to gain scholarship at Peridance.
1. Training Programs
Peridance Center offers domestic and international students a limited number of partial and full MERIT-based scholarships (10%, 20%, 50%, 75% & 100% Scholarships) each academic year through an Online Application for its dance programs:
MERIT-based Scholarships:
Awarded according to the following criteria and requirements:
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM & INTENSIVE SEMESTER STUDENTS ONLY:
*Currenty there is no position available.Work-Study Option: On-campus work for a reduction in tuition option is available to prospective and current students. Applicants must demonstrate a strong study ethic, job-related skills, professionalism, as well as a financial need, if applicable. Qualified applicants are granted Work-Study positions at Peridance's sole discretion.
To start an application today please go to our Peridance Scholarship Application. ($50 application fee is required).
2. Dance Competitions
Amsterdans |
Expression International |
Millennium Dance Complex |
3. Outreach
Peridance recognizes the importance of dance education in the public sector, especially for underserved students. Through its non-profit organization, the Peridance Contemporary Dance Company, it provides free dance performances, classes, and workshops, as well as free tickets to annual performances.