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HOW CAN I PAY FOR THIS PROGRAM?
You can pay either by check or Zelle.There's no need to contact us; you'll be emailed information on payments once completing the pre-registration process.
IS THERE A PAYMENT PLAN?
No, we do not offer payment plans for our Workshops. If you are unable to pay the full tuition amount upfront, you may send a $50 non-refundable registration fee to reserve your spot.
IS THERE FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE?
We do not offer financial aid for this intensive.
WHAT IS THE REFUND POLICY?
All refund requests must be submitted in writing. $50 of your tuition is a nonrefundable registration fee.
If you decide to drop out of the workshop before April 1, you will be refunded in full (less the $50 non refundable registration fee).
If you decide to drop out of the workshop between April 1 and April 15, DOVA will retain half of total fees owed + the $50 registration fee, and you will be refunded the balance.
If you decide to drop out of the workshop after April 15, we cannot offer any refunds.
If you need to drop out of the workshop because of a documented medical situation, an exception to this policy will be considered.
IS THERE A DRESS CODE FOR THE WORKSHOPS?
There is no dress code for our workshop, however we ask that you wear clothes and/or dancewear that don't obstruct your dancing and that you’re comfortable wearing to take class. Good options are sweatpants, tank tops, or long sleeves. We strongly recommend that you bring knee pads as well.
DO I HAVE TO AUDITION?
Auditions are not necessary for admittance into the workshop. Admittance is on a first-come, first-served basis, so the sooner you register, the better your chances are of being accepted into the workshop.
HOW LARGE ARE THE CLASSES?
Class sizes depend on the total enrollment. In past years, technique classes generally range from 20-25 people per class.
WHEN DO I KNOW WHAT ELECTIVE I’LL BE IN?
After you register, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to an online form for elective requests. You'll rank the electives in order of your preference, and we'll get back to you with your class assignment. Priority in assigning students to electives is based on registration date, so for the best shot at getting the class you want, register early!
CAN I GET COLLEGE CREDIT FOR TAKING THE WORKSHOP?
We do not offer college credit, however we have been able to work one-on-one with students who have coordinated with their individual universities. We will gladly provide documentation detailing your involvement in the workshop, so that you can negotiate with your college to get credit.
WHAT DO PEOPLE DO IN THEIR FREE TIME? IS THERE ANY FREE TIME?
During the week, we have events scheduled throughout the week, however students will be available to make plans after 5:30 PM. They are all optional, but a majority of participants choose to attend most events. Events include company showings, which are a wonderful way of dissecting the work; special Q & A nights with Doug Varone and with the company dancers, when you can ask questions about their lives in the company, as professional dancers in New York, and where they came from; and game night; improvisation jams.
Although the weekly workshop schedule is very full, your weekends will be free.
I'M COMING FROM OUT-OF-TOWN. WHEN SHOULD I PLAN TO ARRIVE SO THAT I DON’T MISS ANYTHING? DO YOU PROVIDE HOUSING?
Please plan to arrive at Hunter College between 9:00am - 9:30am on the first day. Our welcome/orientation activities begin at 9:30am. We do not provide housing for the Summer Workshop.
HOW DO I GET TO HUNTER COLLEGE?
Closest subway stops include:
6 Train - Stop at Hunter College-68th St (about a 2 min walk from the studios)
Q, R Train - Stop at 63rd + Lexington Ave (about a 5 min walk from the studios)
4, 5, R Trains - Stop at 59th + Lexington Ave (about a 10 min walk from the studios)Have another question that isn’t answered here? Send us an email: summerworkshop@dovadance.org.