Studying dance at college

Some students will choose to pursue dance as a career. Below is some guidance on colleges and funding your further education.

Colleges

Ex students of the Essex Dance Theatre have gone on to train at the following colleges. Have a look at their websites for more information on costs, courses and how to apply:

• Arts Ed London
• Bird College
• Central School of Ballet
• Elmhurst Ballet School
• English National Ballet
• Laine Theatre Arts
• London Contemporary Dance School
• London Studio Centre
• Northern Ballet School
• Northern School of Contemporary Dance
• Performers College
• Rambert
• Royal Ballet School
• Urdang Academy

Help with fees

You could get Dance and Drama Awards funding to help with fees and living costs as 1 of the 19 private dance and drama schools. You could also read the gov.uk guidance on student finance