Merit-Based Scholarships

• Professional Division: A limited number of dancers may be awarded full tuition scholarships for all regular group classes.

  • A full tuition scholarship means there is no cost for regular group classes. Families are still responsible for any additional programs, intensives, or private lessons.

• Pre-Professional Program: Dancers may be considered for partial scholarships, helping make advanced training more accessible.

• To be considered for a Merit-Based Scholarship, dancers must audition for the Pre-Professional Program/Professional Division

How to Audition

To be considered for the Professional Division or Pre-Professional Program, please submit the following audition materials by email to admin@balletroyalemn.org

Resumé – including your age and previous training/experience.

1. Photos – one in first arabesque and a headshot (at least 3/4 profile). Small-format attachments or links are accepted.

2. Video link – classwork preferred (performance clips accepted) that clearly demonstrates classical ballet technique.

Once your materials are reviewed, we will contact you to schedule an in-person audition.

Need-Based Scholarships

All Ballet Royale students are welcome to apply for financial assistance. Families currently enrolled in SNAP/EBT are eligible for greatly reduced tuition on all group classes.

How to Apply for Need-Based Scholarships

To apply for a need-based scholarship:

• Fill out the scholarship application form. You’ll need to describe your financial hardship and submit a copy of your current SNAP/EBT Account