Apply to the Junior Division Summer Intensive

Summer 2027 

$2,606 (when paid in full by April 9, 2027* at 4pm, Eastern Standard Time)

$2,721 (when paid in full by May 7, 2027 at 4pm, Eastern Standard Time)

Total costs listed include a $95 registration fee and $300 advance deposit. *Discounts are available if paid by the early payment deadlines. 

_{There is no guarantee that the Intensive will not fill to capacity before the final payment deadlines. Therefore, a non-refundable/non-transferrable $300 deposit is required two weeks after acceptance to reserve a place. We strongly recommend making the non-refundable deposit as early as possible. Discounts are available if paid by the early payment deadlines. Tuition fees above do not include a $35 audition fee. Housing costs are the sole responsibility of the award recipient.} 

Students may be awarded a merit-based scholarship based on their audition. Scholarship awards cover the cost of tuition only. Students pay the nominal participation fees listed below only. Housing costs are not included.  

Summer 2027

_{Fees listed above are for the 4-week session only and do not include a $35 audition fee. Housing costs are the sole responsibility of the award recipient.} 

_{Scholarship fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable and are due in full two weeks after notification of acceptance.} 

The Ailey School offers summer housing at Fordham University’s McMahon Hall, a short distance from the studios. A chaperone program is offered for students ages 14 to 15. Resident assistants also live on-site to monitor students and plan activities on weekends and evenings.

2026 Housing costs 
(Summer 2027 TBD)

Fordham University’s McMahon Hall (ages 14 to 15): $2570
_{Costs listed above are per person. McMahon Hall rooms double and triple occupancy.} 

Directions on how to apply for summer housing are sent to accepted students after they have made a tuition deposit. Space is limited—we strongly recommend that you reserve housing as early as possible!

_{Students must be 14 years of age or older by June 23 (there are NO exceptions to this policy). It is not possible to apply for housing prior to being accepted and submitting a tuition deposit.} 

Learn more about Housing

November 17, 2026  

In-person audition registration opens 
Video audition submission opens

January–April, 2027

In-Person Audition Tour 

April 1, 2027

Summer Video Audition Deadline

Reserving a space

Two weeks after acceptance notification, a non-refundable $300 tuition deposit is required to reserve a space in the intensive. Space is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Acceptance to the program alone does not guarantee a space!

Early tuition discount deadline: April 9, 2027

Full tuition must be paid in full/received by 4:00pm (Eastern Standard Time).

Final payment deadline: May 7, 2027

The balance of tuition must be paid in full/received by 4:00pm (Eastern Standard Time). A $75 Late Fee applies for payments received after 4:00pm (Eastern Standard Time).

Yes, students who exhibit the strongest technical and artistic potential will be considered for a merit-based scholarship based on their performance at their in-person audition or by their video audition. If you are interested in scholarship opportunities, please contact juniordivision@ailey.org for more information.

Yes, a dress code is required for all programs. To purchase the required attire, you can order online or visit The Ailey Boutique located inside The Ailey School. Boutique hours are Monday-Friday 11am-7pm and Saturday 9am-4pm.

Dress Code

Ailey Boutique

Level placement is determined based on several factors, including (but not limited to) proficiency in ballet and modern, instructor recommendations, and observations made by the audition panel.