Dress Code

Our dress code is in place for teachers to be able to correct dancers on posture and alignment. It also helps prevent injury to the ankles, knees, hips, back, shoulders, and neck. Teachers must be able to see that the bones are aligned and the proper muscles are engaged. This allows for a safer, more complete dance education, and longevity in your dancer’s body. Click on your class below to see details on dress code.

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Tutition Due Dates for 2023-2024 Academic Year (9-week installments):
First payment made upon registration
October 27, 2023  |  Add to my calendar
January 12, 2024*  |  Add to my calendar
March 15, 2024  |  Add to my calendar

*2nd installment due for 18-week installment plan.

Tution Due Dates for 2023-2024 Academic Year (4-week installments):
First payment made upon registration
September 22, 2023  |  Add to my calendar
October 20, 2023  |  Add to my calendar
November 17, 2023  |  Add to my calendar
December 15, 2023  |  Add to my calendar
January 26, 2024  |  Add to my calendar
February 23, 2024  |  Add to my calendar
March 22, 2024  |  Add to my calendar
April 19, 2024  |  Add to my calendar

Registration is accepted throughout the year for classes with openings. Upon registration, each family must pay the $20 registration fee, along with the first tuition payment, in order to reserve a spot in the class. If you are registering online, NPD staff will calculate your total and email you with your total prior to processing charges. Tuition may be prorated based on late start dates. Families with multiple siblings will receive a 10% discount on the lowest tuition(s). In order to receive the Multiple Student discount, students must reside in the same residence and have the same legal guardians. NPD will calculate discounts upon registration. No tuition reductions or refunds are made due to absences.

All students enrolled at NPD must provide a valid credit card/debit card number to be kept on file. The first tuition payment is due at the time of enrollment, on or before the first day of the student’s class. Remaining tuition installments are due prior to the due dates listed on the calendar.  If payment is not received according to this policy, late fees will be applied as outlined in Late Tuition Policy (below). NPD will not accept late payment requests.

Tuition is non-refundable, but may be credited to the student’s account to be used within 90 days from the date proper paperwork is processed. This credit may be used for class tuition only.

Tuition Assistance application is available here. Students receiving assistance commit to an attendance policy and agree to complete volunteer hours.

Payment Methods

All families must provide a valid credit card/debit card to be kept securely on file. It is the responsibility of the customer to keep credit card information up to date through the Customer Portal. Upon registration, customers will select either automatic or manual billing.

NPD encourages enrollment in the automatic payment plan. The credit card on file is run automatically two business days prior to the due date set forth, unless written notice is received by the office three business days prior to the due date. Customers who select this plan will be invoiced one week prior to due dates.

Customers who opt for manual payments will be invoiced one week prior to due dates.  Payments must be made in a lump sum. Partial payments will not be accepted. If payment is not received by 12:00 PM on the due dates listed, late fees will be added to the currently due invoice as outlined in Late Tuition Policy.

NPD accepts cash, check, Visa, MasterCard and Discover for tuition payments. Credit card payments can be made online, in person or on the phone. Note:  NPD requires a $15 minimum when using a credit/debit card. All returned checks will be routed to Check Control and assessed a $30 fee in addition to any fees assessed by Check Control. If a check for tuition payment is returned, the student will not be allowed to attend classes until tuition is paid in full, including late fees and returned check fees.

In order for students to charge items to the card on file, NPD must have a Charge Permission form on file.  This form is available on our website under Student Resources.

Late Tuition Policy

If tuition is not received according to policies outlined above, late fees will begin to accrue on the currently due invoice. Any account that is not paid by 12:00 noon on the due date will be assessed a penalty of $10.00. An additional penalty of $5.00 will be assessed at 12:00pm on each following business day until payment is received. After 5 late fees have been assessed to an account, the student will be dropped from all classes. In order to resume classes, the student must re-register and pay all applicable fees, including the registration fee, in addition to all past unpaid invoices.

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Membership in Student Company offers a special learning opportunity for NPD students.  Company members, ages 11 – 19, focus on ballet and modern training while prioritizing the experience of working as a team.  Company dancers have the opportunity to work with and perform pieces set by various guest choreographers, serve as mentors, and show leadership as ambassadors in the community all while enjoying the fellowship of other dancers who share a common interest in the arts.