Housing

Please note that all dormitories are located on Duke’s East Campus. 

Six Week School
Dorm Rooms: Dorms are secured buildings and the most convenient of all housing options. 6WS students under the age of 18 must live under the supervision of counselors and adhere to regulations including curfew, visitation policy, etc. As of February 2013 there will be no NON/AC dorms available for the 2013 summer. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Off-Campus Housing (for 6WS students 18 years and older): The ADF compiles a summer sublet/roommate listing and will post the information here on April 15, 2013. When searching for off-campus housing, remember to look for places nearest to Duke’s East campus as the majority of classes are held there. The ADF is not responsible for any arrangements promised by the lessor.

Off campus housing resources: ADF’s Sublet List (Updated on Fridays with new listings) | Craigslist | Duke Community Housing

Three Week School for Young Dancers
3WS students will live in double rooms in an air-conditioned dormitory. A curfew and lights-out policy will be enforced. Experienced counselors will live in the dormitory with the students. All counselors go through a competitive selection process and must pass a criminal background check. 

Dance Professionals Workshop
Dorm Rooms: Participants will have the option of living in a single or double air-conditioned room.
Linen Rental: Includes: 1 flat sheet (twin), 1 fitted sheet (twin), 1 pillow and 1 pillow case, 1 blanket, 4 towels and 4 washcloths. The linen pack may only be used in Duke University dormitories.
Hotel: Participants who would like information regarding alternative housing, such as local hotels, should email school@americandancefestival.org.

Meal Plan

The ADF Meal Plan is offered by Duke University Dining Services for the benefit of ADF participants. Duke University Dining Services in the East Union’s Marketplace will provide this on-campus food service. Please note that there are no refunds for unused meals.

Six Week School
Participants desiring on-campus meals (especially those living in Duke University dorms) have the option to purchase the ADF 6WS Meal Plan, which consists of five breakfasts, five lunches, and five dinners per week (33 total of each). Please note that this does not cover all the meals during the Festival. Students will be committed to the plan once they have signed up.

Three Week School for Young Dancers
All 3WS participants living on campus are on the money-saving ADF Meal Plan which covers 3 meals per day for the entire three weeks. The cost is included in the 3WS room/board fee.Commuting students may purchase a Lunch Meal Plan that will allow them to eat meals in the cafeteria while they are on campus.                 

Health & Wellness 

Health Insurance
Participants in all programs must provide the ADF with proof of adequate health insurance coverage. This must be provided before arrival. For participants without health insurance, the ADF has made arrangements with a local insurance agency to provide reasonably priced insurance for the duration of the program. Please contact the ADF School Office for more information. 

Duke University Health Services
For basic health needs that can be taken care of in a clinic, Duke University allows ADF students the option to pay a Student Health Service Fee and take advantage of the outpatient services on campus, provided by the Duke Family Medicine Center. Examples of services provided include medical care for illnesses and minor injuries, medication dispensed by the Center’s pharmacy for short-term treatment of acute problems, and laboratory services whenordered by a healthcare provider at the Center. Please note that purchaasing the student health service DOES NOT take the place of health insurance. 

Physical Therapy
Participants in all programs will have access to Duke University physical therapists at no additional cost. 

School Operations
Students will have access to studio spaces, boom boxes, and a limited costume shop for their use during the festival. 

Academic Credit
Academic credit is available to qualified high school graduates or rising high school seniors. Duke University records undergraduate academic progress in terms of course credit. For purposes of transfer, a full course load (3 6WS classes plus WFSS) is equivalent to a total of eight semester hours or two course credits. Credit for work completed is subject to the approval of your institution’s registrar or admissions officer. Individuals who have completed all requirements for the BA or BS degree may request advanced-level credit. Students enrolled in Duke Summer Session for academic credit may request one or more copies of their official transcript from Duke University, not ADF, upon successful completion of their course work. A $40 transcript fee will be charged to any student who wishes to receive academic credit. This one-time fee allows students to receive academic credit for any future year that they attend ADF, along with unlimited free copies of their Duke University transcript. All students (whether applying for academic credit or not) are able to receive a certificate of attendance issued from ADF. 

Flex Account
Participants in the Six Week School and Three Week School also have the option to open a Flex account, either in addition to the ADF Meal Plan or alone. This is a declining balance account to which funds may be added at any time during the student’s time on campus. The Flex account can be used in the East Campus Union’s Marketplace, East/Central Campus stores, vending machines, and laundry facilities — greatly reducing the need to carry cash. Beginning June 13 (6WS Check-In Day) participants may open a flex account, adding funds in $25 increments, with a $100 minimum, through the DukeCard Office using cash, check, or debit card. The DukeCard Office does not accept credit cards. Refunds will be processed by the DukeCard Office in September 2013. Refunds will not be available for balances under $5.00.

TRAVELING TO ADF

Map of Duke University’s campus.

By Car: The ADF Summer office is located at Epworth Dorm on Duke University’s East Campus. Driving directions.

By Air: The closest airport is the Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). It is approximately 18 miles away from Duke University.

By Bus: Greyhound and Trailways buses arrive and depart from the station located at 515 W Pettigrew St in Downtown Durham. 

By Train: There is an Amtrak station located in downtown Durham at 601 W Main St in Downtown Durham. 

Shuttle Service: Charlene’s Safe Ride provides a shuttle service to and from the airport and around Durham. For more information contact: 919-309-SAFE (7233) or visit www.charlenesaferide.com

Please note that students under the age of 18 who are traveling alone will be met by an ADF representative upon their arrival. 

PARKING ON CAMPUS

For those students wishing to bring a car to campus, a parking fee will be charged on check-in day. The total cost for six weeks will be $55.

International Students 

The ADF School welcomes and encourages students from around the world to apply for admission to our summer programs, including the Six Week School, Three Week School and Dance Professionals Workshop. In addition, the Hollins University/ADF MFA welcomes international applicants. International students enhance the ADF community and contribute to the education and personal growth of fellow students and faculty. Over the years, ADF has hosted students from many countries including Korea, Germany, Russia, Turkey, Canada, China, Ghana, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, and Japan to name just a few. 

IMPORTANT! If you require a student visa to attend ADF, please call (919-684-6402) or email school@americandancefestival.org EARLY so that we can begin the necessary process in order for you to obtain your visa in a timely manner. If you live in a country where the mail is not reliable, please supply as many ways as possible for us to contact you (phone and fax numbers, e-mail address, address for special delivery, etc)

Please Note: If a foreign student requires assistance for obtaining a visa, a $80 fee will be added to their bill. This fee must be paid even if the visa application is not approved.