For Pre-Professional Artists
Students of all backgrounds look to COCA’s Pre-Professional Division (PPD) for the training and inspiration they need to pursue their passion for the arts. COCA’s dance, theatre, and voice programs prepare young artists to discover and achieve more than they’ve ever imagined.
From training with professional guest artists and unforgettable performance opportunities to individualized career guidance, we offer a nurturing path for every student based on their own aspirations, ideas, and perspectives.
Every Pre-Professional Division senior has graduated with post-secondary plans for college or professional training. Many are the first in their families to attend college.
Students can participate in up to two Pre-Professional Division companies across all disciplines per year. An 85% minimum attendance rate is required to participate and perform.
Dance Program
Dancers receive dance training with the rigorous, diverse instruction to achieve the highest levels of professionalism and performance
Theatre Program
Actors receive an intensive, conservatory-style training taught by leading artists
Voice Program
Students receive elite training in vocal music and performing
Pre-Professional Division Expectations
Individual success depends on each student’s dedication and cooperation in the program
Support Services
COCA offers Pre-Professional Division (PPD) students customized support services that help them succeed in the arts and in life.
COCA provides, at its expense, support services to students dedicated to the program including:
- Sliding scale tuition (qualification necessary)
- Free ACT/SAT tutoring
- After-school meals/snacks
- A Homeroom to eat, do homework, connect, and relax
- Dancewear (qualification necessary)
- Transportation services (qualification necessary)
- College support and guidance
- One-on-one meetings with your Directors, Dance Manager, and Pre-Professional Division Manager to discuss goals and track progress
- Artistic counseling
- Access to free tickets for exciting shows
- …and much more!
Dancewear and transportation services are offered to students who qualify based on need and scheduling.
Pre-Professional Division Supporters
