Gibney Independent Training Program Application

Gibney Independent Training Program Application
The Gibney Independent Training Program offers flexible and rigorous training for aspiring professional dancers seeking a supportive community of artists in New York City over 3, 6, 9 or 12 months. For program details please visit gibneydance.org/programs/professional-training/

Applications are open year-round. You must apply more than 1 month before your desired start date, and more than 2 months in advance if you are also applying for visa sponsorship. Dancers are accepted to start the program every month of the year.

Applicants must submit a $50 Application Fee to be considered. After we receive your application and fee, we will contact you to schedule an interview.

Please contact Education Staff at classes@gibneydance.org with questions.
Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Preferred Name or Nickname
(Optional)
Personal Pronouns*
(Eg. She/Her/Hers; He/Him/His; They/Them/Theirs; etc.)
E-mail*
Phone Number

Area CodePhone Number
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
How did you find out about the Gibney Independent Training Program?*
Select Program Track, Start Date, and Length
Desired Start Date: Programs begin on the first Monday of each month*

MonthDayYear
APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED MORE THAN 1 MONTH BEFORE DESIRED START DATE, AND MORE THAN 2 MONTHS IN ADVANCE IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR VISA SPONSORSHIP.
Desired Program Track*

Contemporary Dance - 3, 6, 9, or 12 MonthsBallet Studies - 3, 6, 9, or 12 MonthsChoreographic Process - 6 or 12 Months starting September or MarchIndependent Study - 3, 6, 9, or 12 Months
Duration*

3 month period6 month period9 month period12 month period
Application Materials
Headshot*

Upload a File

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PLEASE UPLOAD ONLY PNG, PDF, OR JPG FILES.
Artistic Resume or One-Page CV*

Upload a File

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PLEASE UPLOAD ONLY PDF, DOC, OR DOCX FILES.
Letters of Recommendation*

Upload a File

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PLEASE UPLOAD NO MORE THAN TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION FROM CURRENT OR FORMER TEACHERS, PROFESSORS, OR EMPLOYERS. PLEASE UPLOAD ONLY PDF, DOC, OR DOCX FILES.
Personal Statement*

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PLEASE WRITE A 1-2 PAGE PERSONAL STATEMENT SHARING YOUR BACKGROUND, WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO STUDY AT GIBNEY, AND YOUR FUTURE GOALS. THIS STATEMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR CONTENT AND MOTIVATION ONLY, NOT ENGLISH PROFICIENCY.
Link to Video*
PLEASE PROVIDE A LINK TO A 2-3 SOLO EXAMPLE OF YOURSELF DANCING IN YOUR PREFERRED STYLE.
Link to Personal Website
PLEASE PROVIDE A LINK TO YOUR PERSONAL WEBSITE IF YOU HAVE ONE (OPTIONAL).
M-1 Student Visa Sponsorship
Will you need student visa sponsorship to participate in the Independent Training Program?

Yes, I will need student visa sponsorship.No, I will not need student visa sponsorship.
Gibney sponsors M-1 Student Visas for International Students studying at Gibney.

The M-1 visa is for nonacademic or vocational studies. M-1 visa holders for technical and vocational programs are not permitted to work during the course of their studies. Therefore, M-1 visa applicants must have evidence that sufficient funds are immediately available to pay all tuition and estimated living expenses for the entire period of intended stay.

For more information about the M-1 Student Visa, we recommend visiting studyinthestates.dhs.gov/
Country of Citizenship
Passport Issuing Country
Passport Expiration Date

MonthDayYear
Please note that your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your program term.
Gender on Passport

MaleFemaleOther
Languages you are fluent in
Are you currently a U.S. visa holder?
If yes, please note you will likely need to apply for a new visa for this program.
Type of Current Visa
Current Visa Expiration Date

MonthDayYear
Current Date of Arrival to the U.S. on M-1 Status

MonthDayYear
If you are interested in transferring to Gibney from another M-1 Visa Dance program, you may only do so within 6 months of arrival to the U.S.
Will you require M-2 visa sponsorship for a dependent (spouse or child)?
Interview Availability
After receiving your application, Gibney staff will schedule an interview with you. Please share time frames when you can be available for an interview in the next two weeks.*
Which interview method do you prefer?*

In-Person at Gibney 280 in Lower Manhattan, NYCVia videoconference, on Zoom
Thank you for your submission! A member of our team will be in contact soon to schedule your interview. For any questions, email Education Staff at classes@gibneydance.org.
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Gibney Independent Training Program Application

Personal Information

Select Program Track, Start Date, and Length

Application Materials

M-1 Student Visa Sponsorship

Interview Availability