<p>Not ever being on the other side of the audition table, most of us cannot really be sure what happens in the decision-making room of college MT programs. The way I have reconciled it, is that IF talent were equal between candidates, and IF you qualify academically to attend the school, the decision-makers move on to other items. Type is probably the most important qualifier after talent and academic qualifications, and is not to be overlooked. Dance ability and/or potential is more important to some schools than to others. Personality/attitude, ability to take direction, and the experiences on your resume do matter, but I do not think lack of experience rules you out. It is just part of the package. If you have made choices that reduced your opportunities to perform, it is OK, but recognize they were choices. Some schools will value whatever you did other than perform, so don’t be afraid to address it in essays or to discuss those interests in interviews. Absolutely apply to a variety of schools. Especially consider BA MT programs and BFA programs with flexibility to allow you to explore those other interests. And make sure that in addition to non-audition schools, you apply to some of the programs with a higher admittance rate so you have a better chance at finding a school where you can follow your dream. Good luck!</p>