Artistry · Research · Creation
About
Develop and deepen your craft as a dance artist while immersing yourself in the creative process of choreography, performance and film, within the rich cultural landscape of New York City!
ARC (Artistry · Research · Creation) is an eight-month, interdisciplinary collegiate-style program that deepens artistic practice through research, historical inquiry, and experiences including attending and evaluating contemporary dance performances. Students will engage in these practices while being guided and supported in the creation of their own original work.
The program places equal emphasis on process and outcome, encouraging rigorous investigation alongside creative production.
ARC culminates in a final capstone project in either dance on film, choreographic work, or live performance, presented at a theater venue and reviewed by a panel of notable critics.
Session Dates 2026
| Program Start Date | Program End Date | International App Deadline | US App Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | Fri, May 14, 2027 | Sat, Aug 1, 2026 | Tue, Sept 1, 2026 |
Program Details
Some elements of this full-time intensive program include:
- For students ages 18+
- Module-style courses
- Dance History and Cultural Context
- Choreography and Composition
- Dance on Film and Digital Creation
- Professional Development
- The Performer
- Capstone Presentation
- 12+ hours of program dance class each week, including closed classes and seminars
- 6 weekly classes from BDC’s extensive drop-in schedule
- Research hours and notation
- Lab hours for rehearsal and projects
- Field trips to performances with discussion with Professor in Residence
- Seminars
- Work with a resident faculty each module
- Create and present work in progress each module
- Feedback from your cohort
- Experiment as an artist, research your craft, as you create and develop work
- Certificate of graduation
How to Apply
Please note that ARC uses rolling admissions; Each applicant will receive a reply regarding acceptance within 2 weeks of completing their application.
ONLINE
Please complete the Application Form: APPLICATION FORM
Prepare and submit audition videos via the application form.
- Videos for the combinations can be found here: Combination Videos
- Music tracks for the combinations can be found here: Audition Tracks
Students applying from the US, please prepare the following requirements:
- State ID or Passport
- Headshot
- Resume entailing dance training and experience
- Application fee of $50 (non-refundable)
- A 1-2 minute intro video stating your name, age, where you are from, and why you are applying to ARC. Please also state your goals and what you hope to achieve throughout this program.
- Required Audition Combinations.
- Videos for the combinations can be found here: Combination Videos
- Music tracks for the combinations can be found here: Audition Tracks
- A 30-60 second dance reel or you dancing in your strongest style
Once you have prepared these documents, please commence your application with our ONLINE APPLICATION FORM.
International Students applying from outside the US, please prepare the following requirements:
- Valid Passport
- Bank Statement showing $16000 USD ($2000 USD per month of program)
- The US government requires proof that students can financially support themselves during the length of their program - The M1 visa is a non-working student visa. This amount does not need to be paid, but presented with a clear date, title and funds available. This can be presented in any currency, equivalent to USD amount. If the account is not in the applicant's name, please provide an accompanying letter of support for the account owner.
- Headshot
- Resume entailing dance training and experience
- A 1-2 minute intro video stating your name, age, where you are from, and why you are applying to ARC. Please also state your goals and what you hope to achieve throughout this program.
- Required Audition Combinations.
- Videos for the combinations can be found here: Combination Videos
- Music tracks for the combinations can be found here: Audition Tracks
- A 30-60 second dance reel or you dancing in your strongest style.
- Application fee of $250
- Refund Policy:
- Tuition refunds are only available if a student is refused an M-1 visa by a US Embassy or Consulate.
- A student requesting a refund must submit their original I-20 and a copy of the letter from the U.S. Embassy/Consulate or other proof stating reason for denial.
- Application fees are non-refundable.
- Refunds may be subject to an administrative fee
Once you have prepared these items, please commence your application with our ONLINE APPLICATION FORM.
Tuition & Payment
$15,250 for ARC program
Once you are accepted into the program, a deposit of $7,625 (50% of tuition) is due no later than September 18, 2026 to secure your spot in the program. The balance should be paid in full no later than December 4, 2026. International students must pay $3,812.50 (25% of tuition) in order to receive their I-20 document.
Upon acceptance, you will be sent a link to pay online or you may pay via wire transfer. Wire transfers include a nominal tuition discount.
A student wishing to withdraw from the program early must notify Broadway Dance Center in writing.
There are no refunds once you have begun the program.
There are no refunds or credits for any absences not made up during your period of study.
Any approved withdrawals prior to the program start date will incur a 5% administrative fee, deducted from the refunded amount.
Application fees are non-refundable.
For International Students:
- Tuition refunds are only available if a student is refused an M-1 visa by a US Embassy or Consulate.
- A student requesting a refund must submit their original I-20 and a copy of the letter from the U.S. Embassy/Consulate or other proof stating reason for denial.
*Tuition discount when paid via bank wire transfer
More Information
ARC is open to dancers with 5 or more years of training or Advanced-Beginner through Advanced as per BDC’s professional leveling.
No. You must acquire an M1 student visa. BDC is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students.
There are no scholarships available at this time.
BDC does not provide housing, but can provide a list of resources.
Please contact admissions@bwydance.com for information and resources on finding housing in NYC.
Artistry • Research • Creation
- Ages 18+
- Annual Program (October through May)
- Intermediate-Advanced level program
- Multi-focus program that includes the performer, choreography, and dance films
Independent Training Program
- Ages 18+
- Flexible schedule and flexible term options (2-month to 12-month options, rolling start)
- Advanced Beginner to Advanced level program
- Focus on dance training and consistency
- All classes from BDC drop-in schedule
Professional Semester
- Ages 18+
- 4-month semester only (Spring: January-April; Fall: August-December)
- Pre-Professional intensive program
- Geared toward the performer
If you have more questions please email Admissions@bwydance.com
