Reader Resources — Choosing a College Dance Program

Thank you for reading. The four working tools referenced throughout the guide are available below as a single Google Sheets document with one tab per appendix. You can view them in your browser, download them, or make your own copy to fill in directly.

  • A

    The College Dance Decision Timeline

    A semester-by-semester action plan from Junior Year Fall through the summer before matriculation. Use this to stay ahead of deadlines and never miss a critical step in the process.

  • B

    Program Comparison Matrix

    Score up to ten programs across the eight evaluation criteria from Chapter 1. Compare programs side by side and let the data inform your final list.

  • C

    HBCU Dance Programs Directory

    A verified list of every HBCU currently offering a bachelor’s degree in dance, compiled June 2026. Use this as a starting point for research and confirm current program status directly with each institution.

  • D

    Program Offer Comparison Worksheet

    For when the acceptance letters arrive and the real decision begins. Compare financial aid offers, costs, and gut feelings side by side before committing.

All four tools are in a single document with one tab per appendix. Click below to open it in Google Sheets.

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To save your own editable copy: in Google Sheets go to File → Make a copy. This saves a version to your own Google Drive that you can fill in, print, and share with your family.