Financial assistance

Ballet dancers in black leotards and white tutus sitting and chatting backstage.

Providing financial assistance is important to MDT. We strive to make our services accessible to everyone.

  • MDT is committed to making dance education accessible and offers several scholarship opportunities:

    Merit Scholarships

    Merit scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the artistic staff based on a student's talent, dedication, and potential.

    Boys Scholarship Program

    To encourage greater male participation in dance, MDT offers tuition scholarships ranging from 50% to 100% for all Primary and Preparatory dancers, and eligible Upper dancers.

    Outreach Scholarships

    Each year, MDT awards a limited number of outreach scholarships to students who demonstrate strong focus, enthusiasm, and natural aptitude for dance, regardless of financial circumstances.

  • MDT offers financial aid to families in need. Please fill out the this application to be considered.

  • MDT offers work study programs to those in need of financial assistance. These programs are available to adult dancers, parents, and students. Please inquire at school@mndance.org if you are interested in applying.

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Financial Aid Application

Please fill out the Financial Aid application to be considered.

Privacy Disclosure 

Confidentiality & Data Privacy: Minnesota Dance Theatre is committed to making dance education accessible while respecting your family's privacy. All financial information and documentation submitted through this form are strictly confidential and will be reviewed only by the Scholarship Committee. We do not share your financial data with faculty or third parties. All sensitive documents (such as tax returns) will be securely stored and then permanently deleted from our digital records 30 days after submission.