Graduate Dance Programs at UHM include both Master of Fine Arts (MFA) and Master of Arts (MA) degrees. Students who already have completed an undergraduate degree, or who are not admitted to a regular classified graduate program, or who wish to take some courses in dance without specifically working towards a degree, may apply for admission as an unclassified graduate student. Credits earned as an unclassified graduate student may later be applied towards a classified degree program.
At minimum, the applicant needs to demonstrate above average academic performance (B average, usually a 3.0 on a 1.0-4.0 scale) for undergraduate course work and for any post-baccalaureate or graduate course work. the minimum TOEFL score is 600/100 (paper/internet).
Transcripts (copy)
TOEFL score report, required for applicants from foreign countries (copy)
Graduate Express Form
Statement of Objectives
Three current letters of recommendation sent directly from the author to the department
A typed (double-spaced) example of written work, such as a major paper of 15-20 pages (all applicants)
An audition DVD showing solo and group choreography and performance skills (only for MFA applicants)
Waiver of Access to Confidential Letters and Statements
Graduate Achievement Scholarship Application (if applicable)
Graduate Employment Application (if applicable)