Intensive Summer Program
June 23 - July 26, 2025
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N E X T S T E P S
N E X T S T E P S
Step 1: Accept your invitation
Step 1: Accept your invitation
To notify us of your invitation acceptance, first fill out the form found in your program acceptance letter.
After the form is filled out, we will be sending an email with the registration link. Follow this link to create an account in our family portal, or if you are a returning student, login.
Step 2: Financial Aid
Step 2: Financial Aid
Financial aid applications for summer programs have closed at this time.
Need-based financial aid is available via application for dancers whose household income is less than 300% of the federal poverty guidelines for their household size. Dancers who do not meet this requirement are not eligible for financial aid and will not be considered.
All financial aid applications will be considered together after the application closes on March 2nd. Financial aid decisions will be communicated no later than March 10th. Dancers will have two weeks from the time of their aid determination to determine if they wish to continue as a registered student. Please note that students who applied for financial aid would not be financially penalized for withdrawing at that time.
Program Costs
Program Costs
Students enrolling in ISP 2025 can expect to pay $2,945.
This includes a $500 tuition deposit, all tuition, and a $45 registration fee.
For those interested in the payment plan, a one-time fee of $30 will apply.
For detailed payment policies, as well as a breakdown of the payment schedule, please review the ISP Payment Information. This document must be e-signed in registration.
Step 3: Add-ons (Housing, Lunches)
Step 3: Add-ons (Housing, Lunches)
Housing is available for students at Chatham University 3.5 miles away from PBT Studios. A bus takes students between Chatham University and PBT Studios throughout the program.
Cost: $3400 + a $50 housing application fee. The 3-month installment payment plan is available and would not incur any additional fee.
To learn more, visit our Summer Housing page.
*Please note that students must be registered for the summer program before submitting the housing application.
Photo courtesy of Chatham University.
Commuter Lunch Add-on
Commuter Lunch Add-on
All commuter students (those NOT staying at Chatham University's campus) have the option to sign up for the commuter lunch program. This add-on covers for a student to receive a catered lunch each day of the program (29 lunches). Meals are provided by Parkhurst, the catering company associated with our dormitory partner. They are diverse, healthy meals that cater to all dietary needs, and are delivered directly to PBT each day of classes. The cost of the lunch add-on is $495 if purchased before June 5, and $500 is purchased after that date.
Students not interested in the lunch add-on have the option to bring a packed lunch, to order lunch to be delivered to PBT, or to go out to local dining options during their lunch break. Students will have access to a microwave and a sink. Students will not have access to a refrigerator, so an ice pack is recommended for any meals needing refrigeration.
Please note that lunches are included with Housing; students staying at the dormitory do not need to sign up for the commuter lunches.
Signing up for lunches are available through the Family Portal. Students must sign up online.
Information for those staying on campus
Information for those staying on campus
Housing move-in will take place on Sunday, June 22, from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. Students with late flights will be able to move in into the afternoon/evening as their flights arrive. Address for GPS: 157 Chapel Hill Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15232. Students will check in with an RA to receive their room key.
Housing move-out can take place as early as Friday, July 25 (if staying with family visiting for the showing), or extend as late as Sunday, July 27 (if a flight is scheduled for Sunday). Almost all students move out on Saturday, July 26, either before or after the showing, depending on their travel plans.
Step 4: Excursions
Step 4: Excursions
All students participating in ISP, whether staying on campus or commuting, are welcome to sign up for any/all of the five excursions while in Pittsburgh!
To learn more about the excursion offerings for 2025, including exact dates, pricing, registration, and deadlines, view our Excursions page.
Step 5: Student Choreography
Step 5: Student Choreography
All students are welcome to participate in Student Choreography, mentored by PBT faculty member Jamie Erin Murphy. For those only interested in participating in another student's choreographic work, no actions are needed until ISP begins. More information will be given when students arrive.
For those interested in choreographing, a choreography form is required at the start of the process, which will be evaluated prior to arrival at PBT. Approval will be announced to dancers on the first day of the program. Apply here!
Rehearsals (ranging from 45-90 minutes) occur on four Saturdays throughout the program. Additional rehearsals may be possible as time allows.
The Student Choreographic Showcase will be held on Friday, July 25. More information about this in-studio demonstration, including an RSVP, will be sent when the program begins.
L O O K I N G A H E A D
L O O K I N G A H E A D
Monday, June 23: On Day 1 of the program, students will start the day with an orientation. A virtual link is available for any interested families. Following orientation, students will participate in classes that will inform program groups. Program groups will be emailed that evening.
Friday, July 4: There will be no classes or rehearsals held on Independence Day. Students staying in the dorms are required to attend the excursion on this date or otherwise be signed out for the majority of the day. Classes and rehearsals will resume on Saturday, July 5.
Friday, July 25: The Student Choreographic Showcase will be held in-studio. More information about this in-studio demonstration, including an RSVP, will be sent when the program begins.
Saturday, July 26: In-studio demonstrations will feature some classwork and repertoire students work on during the program. While the exact timing and 'ticket' information is still TBD, please refrain from purchasing a plane ticket home with a departure time before 6 p.m. Please stay tuned for more information--we will let everyone know information as it is determined. Though your dancer may be done before this time, we will not be sure until they have been placed in that first week of the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Required forms
Required forms
A few forms are required of all summer program students:
Digital Summer Info Form: Includes information on your name, T-shirt size, and travel information if available. This form takes one minute to complete.
Digital 2025 Summer Required Forms: Includes: Summer Handbook Acknowledgement & Release Form, Vehicle Release Form, Medical Release Form, Insurance Information, and Emergency Contact Information. This form will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. Please have your medical insurance card accessible when completing this form.
Physical Exam Form: This form must be printed and signed by a physician (PCP, MedExpress, etc.). Once completed, please scan and email the completed form to the School Office (pbtschool@pittsburghballet.org).
Deadlines:
Summer Info Form - Friday, May 16
2025 Summer Required Forms - Sunday, June 1
Physical Exam Form - Sunday, June 1
Air Conditioner Information:
If students are interested in an AC unit being installed into their dorm room, they must provide a doctor's note explaining their medical need for the AC unit. An AC unit installation surcharge is given by the dormitory, and this fee is then passed on to the families through their portal account. Medical notes should be emailed to the School Office. Following receipt of the medical note, the surcharge will be applied to the account.
Packing lists
Packing lists
Students in the program are asked to bring the following dress code items:
Option 1: Students should bring a black leotard and a white leotard. Students should make suer to have a simple leotard with minimal/no straps on the back for any partnering. Students should bring black jazz shoes and black character shoes. Tights should be pink or flesh-toned to match the shoes.
Option 2: Students should bring a white top and a black top. Students should bring black tights and ballet black shoes. Students should bring black jazz shoes.
There is a dance store near PBT studios for attire, shoes, and more as well for any needs while in Pittsburgh.
For students staying on Chatham's campus, we recommend the following: extra long twin bedsheets, a pillow, a shower caddy, shower shoes, towels, toiletries, laundry hamper, and detergent, in addition to their regular clothing, dance attire/shoes, and any electronics or medications needed. Students may also want to bring the following: hangers, a small fan, small trash bags, a Pilates mat, sticky tack or command strips for decorations, a desk lamp, a swim suit, and a dressy outfit. The following items are not permitted: televisions, air conditioner unities, microwaves, hot plates, blenders, coffee makers, refrigerators, other small appliances, candles, or incense.
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