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Everything from how much classes cost, important calendar dates, and class requirements, this page will inform you as you start your journey at SDC!

Fall Registration and Tuition Information

When does Fall registration open?

  • Friday, July 17th for returning students

  • Monday, July 20th for new students

Fall registration cost:

  • The Fall registration fee is $15 per student.

  • The maximum registration fee per family, regardless of the number of children, is $30.

Tuition cost per hour:

  • Tuition will be charged based on the number of hours students are enrolled in.

  • Families with multiple children registered will receive a discount of 5%

  • To view the specific tuition rates per hour, please refer to our tuition chart available here.

Semester duration:

  • The Fall semester consists of 15 full weeks of classes.

Monthly installment plan:

  • The total cost for the semester will be divided and spread across four months.

  • Tuition payments will be collected on the second Monday of each installment month, except for the first tuition payment, which will be collected on the second Monday of the dance semester.

  • The installment dates for the Spring semester are as follows:

    • September 21st

    • October 12th

    • November 9th

    • December 14th

Non-refundable tuition:

  • Please note that all tuition payments are non-refundable.

Dropped Class Policy:

  • For every class dropped after Friday, September 25th, you will be charged a non-refundable fee of $70. This fee maxes out after 3 classes.

  • Examples:

    • 2 Classes dropped: 2 classes x 70 = $140 drop fee

    • 4 Classes dropped: 3 classes x $70 = $210 drop fee (only 3 are charged)

  • All class drop or schedule adjustment requests must be submitted via email by 10:30 AM on the Friday preceding the upcoming tuition billing date. Requests received after this deadline will be processed in the following billing cycle, and tuition for the current billing cycle will still be charged.

Recital:

  • Recitals are held during the Spring semester every other year. The next recital will take place in Spring 2027 and is part of the Spring semester only; it is not associated with the Fall semester or Fall registration.

Before You Register

Please review the Susquehanna Dance Center Policies & Waivers and Student Handbook below before completing registration. During the registration process, parents/guardians and, when applicable, students will be required to acknowledge that they have read, understand, and agree to these documents.

We hope this simplified breakdown of the Fall registration costs and tuition information helps you with the registration process. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to having you and your family join us for an exciting semester of dance!

Important Dates

Fall Meet & Greet:

  • Date TBD

Simplified Schedule for Fall Semester 2026:

  • Classes run for 15 weeks

  • Start: September 14th

  • End: January 16th

Scheduled Breaks (no classes):

  • Thanksgiving Break: November 23rd - 28th

  • Winter Break: December 21st - January 2nd

Parent Observation Week:

  • December 14th - 19th

Last week of classes:

  • January 11th - 16th

Makeup Week (as needed):

  • January 18th - 23rd

Please note that you can also view the calendar on the parent portal for more information.

Required Classes

(Pre-professional Levels)

  • Levels A2 & B

    • At least 2 ballet technique classes

    • At least 1 modern or contemporary class (2 are encouraged)

    • Optional: Pre-Pointe/Pointe I, Jazz A2/B

    These are the minimum required classes, we recommend taking as many classes at your level as possible.

  • Level C

    • At least 2 ballet technique classes

    • 1 modern class

    • 1 contemporary class

    • Strongly recommended: C/D Jazz/Hip Hop, Variations & Repertoire, Pointe

    These are the minimum required classes, we recommend taking as many classes at your level as possible.

  • Level D

    • At least 3 ballet technique classes

    • 1 modern class

    • 1 contemporary class

    • Strongly recommended: C/D Jazz/Hip Hop, Variations & Repertoire, Pointe

    These are the minimum required classes, we recommend taking as many classes at your level as possible.