Photo: USC Kaufman BFA student dancer Jessica Musyznski | Photo by Rose Eichenbaum

Admissions News

Dancer on pointe with arms raised in a V

October 27, 2021

Student Blog: Day in the life of a third year at USC Kaufman

It has been a whirlwind of a journey at USC Kaufman. It is still unbelievable to me that I am currently in my junior year. Reflecting on my journey thus far, I am filled with gratitude to see the knowledge I have gained through these essential years.

Collage of Jessalyn Ward, Benjamin Peralta and Haily Foster

November 30, 2020

Admission advice from the USC Kaufman community

With college application deadlines on the horizon, USC Kaufman students joined Assistant Dean of Admission and Student Services Anne Aubert-Santelli to offer admission advice for prospective students. 

Screenshots of students speaking on Zoom

November 12, 2020

USC Kaufman hosts international student information session

On September 27, USC Kaufman hosted an information session for prospective international students over Zoom. Anne Aubert-Santelli, Assistant Dean of Admission and Student Services at USC Kaufman, led the meeting with help from current BFA students.

Dancers improvising in a studio

October 30, 2020

Anne’s Admission Advice: Acing Round Two

The USC Kaufman audition process is a little different this year because of COVID-19. Learn more about the new and adapted Round Two of the process and how to ace the interview, improvisation and pre-recorded solo video.

students writing and looking at a computer

June 26, 2020

Becoming an artist scholar

One of things that separates USC Kaufman’s BFA program from conservatory dance programs is access to the rigorous and robust academic offerings of a top-tier research university. In addition to completing general education requirements, BFA dance students have the opportunity to pursue minors, second majors or even progressive degrees.

Older dancers leading young students outside

January 31, 2020

Student Blog: Leadership Opportunities at USC Kaufman

USC Kaufman offers a multitude of leadership opportunities. BFA dance majors can represent their class in the Student Advisory Board, teach young students in the community, work with administration, or facilitate their own senior project. We asked a few students about their leadership roles here at USC Kaufman.

A group of USC Kaufman students pose around Deans Cutietta and Gates, all holding up a hand with their fingers in a "V" for victory

January 2, 2020

The USC Kaufman Community

At my USC orientation, the orientation leaders kept telling me that USC would soon begin to feel like home. But I had no idea just how close I would be with this new family. Now, in my third year here, I can say that my community has created such an inclusive and inspiring home.

students at Grand Central Market in downtown LA

November 22, 2019

Living and learning in Los Angeles

At USC Kaufman, we are lucky to be surrounded by the rich Los Angeles community, with such diverse attractions. The environment can truly inspire your artistic brain, or it can give you a break from the rigor of the curriculum.