Resources for applicants

This page offers some useful resources an applicant may need to prepare, complete, and submit an application for the McKnight Artist Fellowships for Dancers and Choreographers. We hope that applicants will use this as a single reference to find details, application instructions, application material examples and external resources. However, more detail and context can be found on the How to Apply and FAQ pages.

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How to apply (general step-by-step)

  1. Read this full consolidated resource page and the official program guidelines for individual program.

  2. Confirm eligibility on How to Apply page

  3. Watch step-by-step application video for individual program (at bottom of How to Apply page)

  4. Prepare written materials (short bio, resumé, artist statement) in a word processing program

  5. Gather video work samples and create one continuously running video

  6. Prepare work sample description information in a word processing program

  7. Upload all required documents and media in accepted formats and save.

  8. Review the application for completeness, then submit.

  9. Save the confirmation email and PDF of your submitted application.

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