1st Position

We are undergoing an internal assessment and revamping of our scholarship program. This revision will aim to better serve our community per feedback we’ve received.

AS OF 7.1.24, SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS ARE ON HOLD. WE WILL UPDATE THIS PAGE WHEN THE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION AND PROGRAM HAS BEEN REVISED BY THE END OF JULY. PLEASE UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE WORKING DILIGENTLY AND THIS DOES NOT MEAN YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE FUNDING FOR CLASSES, RATHER WE ASK YOU TO BE PATIENT AS WE UNFOLD THE NEW PROCEDURE.

First Position Scholarships are awarded to Yampa Valley residents for dance class tuition and program expenses in Steamboat Springs, the Yampa Valley, and the State of Colorado. The Steamboat Dance Theatre accepts applications for our 1st Position Dance Scholarships year round, with application deadlines every 2 months. Anyone with financial need is welcome to apply for tuition assistance to take dance classes regardless of age or ability level. Scholarships are generally awarded in a timeline fashion, however, please indicate unusual circumstances on the application. Please keep in mind that we are an organization of volunteers and are actively reviewing the application process to meet the needs of the growing community. Please also indicate whether or not your dancer will NOT be able to attend classes without financial assistance (i.e without FULL funding, will they still participate?).

What does the Scholarship fund?

Please note that due to the popularity of our Scholarship Program the Steamboat Dance Theatre may not able to fund 100% of tuition expenses. We do, however, aim to provide as much assistance as possible, and to touch each family in need on a regular basis. Scholarships only fund basic dance training and technique classes. Scholarships do not fund registration fees, costume fees, voice classes, acting classes or any other fees or costs that are not specifically related to dance instruction such as dance rehearsal times and competitions. We do not want finances to be a limiting factor in dance education and experience. We encourage you to apply or ask questions!