DANCE TEAM RECRUITING
Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Maryland and our Dance Team Program! We are always looking for confident, talented, and passionate dancers to be a part our Dance Team each year. Members of the dance team are responsible for representing our school and team across campus in the classroom, at events, within the Baltimore Community, and beyond! While being a member of our team is exciting and provides a great deal of opportunities, it is also a significant time commitment that requires exceptional time management and work ethic.
We currently do not have a formal recruiting process for selecting our team, however we are open to engaging with interested students throughout their college selection process. Below you will find information on how we will be searching for dancers, as well as how you can get in contact with our coaches should you have an interest!
We understand that your decision on where to attend college is very important and we are thrilled you are interested in making Loyola University Maryland your next home! We look forward to getting to know you and watching you dance soon!
Christina George, Alexa Blanchard, & Sophia Benfield
Dance Team Coaches, Loyola University Maryland Dance Team
loyolamarylanddanceteam@gmail.com
We currently do not have a formal recruiting process for selecting our team, however we are open to engaging with interested students throughout their college selection process. Below you will find information on how we will be searching for dancers, as well as how you can get in contact with our coaches should you have an interest!
We understand that your decision on where to attend college is very important and we are thrilled you are interested in making Loyola University Maryland your next home! We look forward to getting to know you and watching you dance soon!
Christina George, Alexa Blanchard, & Sophia Benfield
Dance Team Coaches, Loyola University Maryland Dance Team
loyolamarylanddanceteam@gmail.com
HOW ARE WE FINDING DANCERS?
There are a few ways we will be looking for dancers who may have an interest in attending Loyola University Maryland and want to be a part of our team. They may include:
- The UDA or NDA College Dance Team Combines
- Northeast Connect Combine (NJ)
- Local Dance Competitions for studios
- Local Dance Competitions for high schools
- Working with Admissions
- University Open Houses and Orientations
HOW CAN DANCERS CONTACT US IF THEY ARE INTERESTED IN BEING RECRUITED?
In order to let us know you are serious about attending Loyola University Maryland and being a member of the Dance Team, you can:
- Complete our Recruitment Form
- Schedule a time to come visit us! You can email our coaches directly or send a DM to our Social Media Coordinator to schedule a time to come visit our team during a practice or game. Your visit can be in conjunction with a formal campus visit reserved through admissions, or can be an entirely separate trip if you are local and able to come to campus easily.
- Follow us on Social Media! We will always post on our social media pages when we are hosting events or clinics, attending combines or competitions, and present at on-campus events during the season!
Instagram: @loyoladanceteammd
Facebook: Loyola University Maryland Dance Team
Tik Tok: @loyolamarylanddanceteam
Facebook: Loyola University Maryland Dance Team
Tik Tok: @loyolamarylanddanceteam
DANCE TEAM RECRUITING FAQS
When should I start inquiring about my interest in the Loyola University Maryland Dance Team?
If you are a HS freshmen, sophomore, or junior, start attending clinics or combines either hosted by the Dance Team or events you know the Dance Team will be present at. The sooner you begin your inquiry process, the better relationships you will build with the coaching staff, university personnel, and current team members.
If you are a senior, hopefully you have already met with our coaches or reached out to them! If you have not, you should do so as soon as possible.
If you are a senior, hopefully you have already met with our coaches or reached out to them! If you have not, you should do so as soon as possible.
If I am an interested student, when should I complete the recruitment form?
Students graduating from HS in 2021 should complete the recruitment form between September 2020 and January 2021. Students not graduating in 2021 should wait until the start of their senior year to submit the recruitment form. Transfer students should submit the recruitment form as soon as they know their admissions decision.
While we are asking the class of 2021 to submit recruitment forms at this time, it does not mean we do not want to connect with dancers in other graduating classes! Please still reach out to us either via DM on social or via email so we can get to know you!
While we are asking the class of 2021 to submit recruitment forms at this time, it does not mean we do not want to connect with dancers in other graduating classes! Please still reach out to us either via DM on social or via email so we can get to know you!
What are the admissions application deadlines for Loyola?
Please refer to the office of admissions for specific application deadlines. Found HERE
Early Action applicants are notified of admissions decisions by January 15
Regular Action applicants are notified of their admissions decision by April 1
Early Action applicants are notified of admissions decisions by January 15
Regular Action applicants are notified of their admissions decision by April 1
What are the academic requirements in order to be a member of the Dance Team?
In order to be seriously considered as a member of the Loyola University Maryland Dance Team, students must be accepted to Loyola University Maryland's main Evergreen Campus. Acceptance to other Loyola institutions are not transferrable to Loyola University Maryland.
All prospective dance team members should meet general university academic standards in regards to GPA and standardized test scores as they are indicated from admissions. We do not select students beyond these guidelines.
Current team members are expected to maintain academic standards that are identified by the university and meet retention thresholds.
All prospective dance team members should meet general university academic standards in regards to GPA and standardized test scores as they are indicated from admissions. We do not select students beyond these guidelines.
Current team members are expected to maintain academic standards that are identified by the university and meet retention thresholds.
What are some attributes you are looking for in dancers interested in being a part of the Dance Team?
We are looking for dancers who have strong technical dance backgrounds and more mature quality of movement or an understanding of the necessity to develop a mature style of movement as they transition to college dance. In addition to a strong dance background and high level of performance quality, we are looking for individuals who are confident, team-oriented, and personable as we are often asked to engage with fans, alumni, or donors during our team performances. All of these characteristics are critical in maintaining our close, family-oriented team culture which ultimately is the foundation of our team success each year.
We encourage prospective dancers to view videos of our performances on our YouTube Channel to familiarize themselves with our level of performance and style preferences!
We encourage prospective dancers to view videos of our performances on our YouTube Channel to familiarize themselves with our level of performance and style preferences!
Can I submit a letter of recommendation?
You can- and we encourage you to! A letter of recommendation can be uploaded at the bottom of your recruitment form. We do prefer that letters of recommendation only be submitted with your recruitment form and ask that you do not directly email them to us.
How will I know if my recruitment form has been received?
Our coaches will screen submitted forms periodically as they are received. We will communicate next steps to those dancers we believe will be a strong addition to our team. Our coaches will respond to all questionnaires they receive after thorough review of the information submitted. Please note this process can be lengthy and sufficient time will be needed.
What else can I do to let the coaching staff know I am serious about being a member of the Dance Team?
Constant communication with our coaches and regular engagement with our team on social media will be extremely helpful in letting us know how serious you are about being a part of our team! Meet with our coaches and stay connected with them as you work through your application and decision-making process! We put an emphasis on communication and transparency with our current team members, and would expect the same out of prospective students.