Financial Aid
& Scholarships
Training takes commitment. We want to help make participation possible for dancers and families who need financial assistance.
Through the generosity of our donors, Ballet Five Eight offers financial aid and scholarship opportunities. Explore the options below.
Financial aid applications.
Summer Intensive
Apply for assistance toward Summer Intensive tuition.
November 1, 2026–March 15, 2027
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as funds are available. We encourage families to apply early.
Year-Round Programs
Students in our Pre-Professional, Conservatory, and Trainee programs may apply for financial aid.
Application deadline: August 1, 2027
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as funds are available. Submit your request early for consideration.
Financial aid and program admission are separate processes. Complete any required audition or program application in addition to your financial aid request.
Support for your next step.
Explore available support.
Men’s scholarships are available. Contact our team to learn about eligibility and opportunities for your selected program.
Aid for BIPOC choreographers.
Need-based financial aid is available for select BIPOC choreographers participating in the Choreography Intensive.
Email info@ballet58.org for eligibility and request instructions.
Program: July 12–16, 2027
Program application deadline:
March 15, 2027
How to request assistance.
- Identify your program. Review its admission requirements and applicable financial aid deadline.
- Complete your request. Use the financial aid application for Summer Intensive or year-round programs. For men’s scholarships or BIPOC choreography aid, begin by emailing info@ballet58.org.
- Provide the requested information. Follow application instructions and respond to requests for additional details.
- Review your award before payment. If assistance is awarded, confirm that it appears correctly in your enrollment charges. Contact us before paying if anything looks incorrect.
Awards depend on available funding and individual review. An application or inquiry does not guarantee assistance or reserve a program place.
Planning with financial aid.
When should I apply for summer financial aid?
Summer 2027 applications are accepted November 1, 2026 through March 15, 2027. Apply early, as funds are awarded on a rolling basis.
What is the year-round deadline?
The financial aid application deadline for the 2027–28 school year is August 1, 2027.
Does applying for aid count as a program application?
No. Complete any required program application or audition separately.
Can Summer Intensive aid cover housing?
Summer Intensive financial aid applies to tuition. Housing is separate. Review your individual award for its terms.
How do I ask about men’s scholarships?
Email info@ballet58.org with the dancer’s name and program of interest. Our team can explain eligibility and next steps.
How do I inquire about choreography aid?
Need-based aid is available for select BIPOC Choreography Intensive applicants. Email info@ballet58.org for request instructions.
I’m a year-round student interested in Summer Intensive.
Current year-round Ballet Five Eight students may receive reduced summer tuition. Inquire at the front desk about your rate and how it relates to any financial aid request.
My award is missing from my registration charges. What should I do?
Contact our team before completing payment. Include the dancer’s name, selected program, and award information.
Ask about your next step.
Tell us which program interests you so we can direct you to the appropriate process.