Any middle school, high school, college, university, or studio can join Nu Delta Alpha. Speak with your school or dance department head to petition for the dance honor society to become a part of your school today! For more information on how to join, and for registration forms click here.

The National Dance Association continues to be the leader in dance education as the founder of the national dance honor society Nu Delta Alpha, which was established to recognize dance students for academic and artistic achievement. Nu Delta Alpha is designed to recognize college/university and middle/high school students for their scholarship and artistic achievement.
MissionNu Delta Alpha is the national dance honor society for middle, high school and college students, recognizing academic and artistic achievements, including performance, production, scholarship, technology and community service.
Nu Delta Alpha partners with the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) and the Institute for International Sport (IIS) to nurture and foster student excellence.
| Nu = | Achievement of goals through great scholastic and creative effort |
| Delta = | Pinnacle, the highest point of development and achievement, genuine and esteemed |
| Alpha = |
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Washington College students participating in Nu Delta Alpha initiation
As members of Nu Delta Alpha, my students expand their artistic skills beyond the studio, in ways that both benefit the community and encourage others to experience the joys of dance. While doing what they love, they grow closer to other talented, dedicated dancers.
- Professor Karen L. Smith, Washington College