Question 1

What are the steps of the application process?

Accepted Answer

Part I - Before you apply
We recommend you check out the following important information before you start your application!
Program Dates and Costs
Programs Overview
Courses

Part II - Applying
Start by submitting an application via our online form. Semester-length dance students should check the FAQ about dance to learn more about additional application requirements
After you've submitted a member of our team will be in touch - feel free to say hi! We love to hear from you! Make sure you check your spam settings to ensure that emails from admissions@dellarte.it will arrive in your inbox!
Our team will await a study abroad release form or recommendation letter (if they are required for you) before we can formally review your application (see the FAQ about these two requirements).
Once all of your requirements are submitted, we review applications on a rolling basis leading up to the application deadline.
If you are accepted you will receive a formal acceptance letter.

Part III - Acceptance, Commitment, and Deposit
In your acceptance letter you will be provided lots of important information. Please read it thoroughly!
Ensure that you submit your expression of commitment via the form in your acceptance letter.
Around the same time that your acceptance letter arrives, check your spam for emails from payments@dellarte.it. You will receive your invoice and instructions on how to complete your deposit payment.
Once you've successfully completed your deposit, you will receive your enrolment letter!

Part IV - Enrolled students
Your enrolment letter will provide you with important links to the required documents we will need in order for you to study with us. These forms include: Health and Emergency Contact Information, Arrival Information, Passport Information, and Rooming Preferences.
Once we received all of your required documents, you will receive the login information for our Enrolled Students Page where you will be able to access your pre-departure handbook and more!

After this point, you will start to hear from our Student Services office and our email address studentservices@dellarte.it as you prepare to start your journey at the Accademia!

Question 2

Do I need a Study Abroad Release Form?

Accepted Answer

For all students requesting credit for their experience at ADA, we require a completed Study Abroad Release Form from your home institution. We cannot enrol you as a for-credit student without this important document!

Not required for students from Boston University, Muhlenberg College, Rutgers University, San Diego State University

Instructions:

Send the following link to your study abroad advisor on your home campus.
In your email, provide them with the email address you are using for your application, as they will need this to accurately complete the form.

https://tinyurl.com/ADAReleaseForm

Question 3

Do I need a recommendation letter?

Accepted Answer

Not required for students from Boston University, Muhlenberg College, Rutgers University, San Diego State University. The recommendation letter is required for all other applicants.

For applicants enrolled in a College or University, please send the following link to a professor or academic advisor to request a letter of recommendation. Please provide them with the email address you are using for your application.

For applicants not enrolled in a College or University, please send the following link to a professional in the field you work in to request a letter of recommendation. Please provide them with the email address you are using for your application.

https://tinyurl.com/ADARecommendationForm

Question 4

Additional application requirement for Dance students

Accepted Answer

Not required for students from Muhlenberg College and Rutgers University.Semester Students:You will be asked to provide a link to sample work as a required part of this application. Prepare your video before completing the application. The video should include:Technical ability, versatility with a variety of dance formsPliés, développé, balances, turns, jumpsAn extended modern dance combinationA short self-choreographed solo in any genreSummer Students:As part of your application, please be prepared to submit the following materials:A current résumé or CV outlining your dance training, performance experience, and any relevant educationTwo professional or academic references (including names, email addresses, and your relationship to each reference)References should be individuals who can speak to your dance experience, work ethic, artistic potential, or academic achievements. Please ensure your references are aware that they may be contacted as part of the application review process.

Frequently asked questions

The categories below will provide you with a wide range of information to help you learn about and prepare for a study abroad experience at the Accademia.

What are the steps of the application process?

Do I need a Study Abroad Release Form?

Do I need a recommendation letter?

Additional application requirement for Dance students