I created my college mentor program to help guide high school students on their journey to collegiate dance. Over the course of one year, I will meet with you periodically, help with resumes and tools you need to apply for your dream college program, and connect you with other alums or students at your specific desired schools. Depending on which package you choose, I will also choreograph a strong and artistic audition solo for you, help you with the technical tools you need in college auditions, and guide you in your YoungArts application. After many years of mentoring young artists in this realm, I am excited to broaden my reach and guide as many mature artists as possible.
This program is the perfect fit for you if you are a high school junior or senior navigating the college search process. As a graduate of The Juilliard School with an MFA in Choreography from California Institute of The Arts, I can provide you with the important tools you need to distinguish yourself in a hyper-competitive field.
-All meetings are held via Zoom
-Solos and/or technique lessons may be held in person or on Zoom
Whichever is most convenient for the student
-Travel expenses are not included in packages
The entire package can be done virtually
-Parents can be present in all meetings, if desired
If dancer would like in person work, they must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination.
Testimonials
"To say that Madi has been an instrumental part of my dance career thus far would be an understatement. Her mentorship has provided me a wealth of knowledge about the inner workings of the dance world and has enabled me to build a strong network in the community. The choreography she’s set on me as well as the coaching she’s provided has helped me to get into some of the dance world’s top institutions. Having Madi as a mentor has been a priceless opportunity and I know her guidance will help me go far."
-Chloe Martin
SUNY Purchase 2024
"Madi has truly been so helpful in my journey with applying to colleges and helping me with opportunities to grow beyond my elementary training. With solo choreography and privates, help on technique for YoungArts applications and lastly, resume help, she has really made the process easier and enjoyable. I love working with Madi and getting to experience her incredible talent. She has also been super encouraging and my biggest cheerleader throughout this time."
-Christina Naslund
Graduating high school senior
Current Mentees
"I love learning from Madi’s expertise on the different programs in collegiate dance and to figuring which colleges might be a perfect fit for me and my academic/dance goals. As a Juilliard graduate, Madi is the ideal instructor for modern technique and I am excited for the one on one time her mentor program provides."
-Sammi Chung
High School Sophomore
"I’m so excited to be navigated through the college process by a working professional who I admire and trust to help me get a sturdier gauge on what future dance opportunities interest me most."
-Keira Fleming
High School Senior
"I can't wait to continue to grow under Madi's guidance. I know I will improve exponentially from her vast knowledge in concert and commercial dance styles and I'm excited to see where this journey takes me!!"
-Amanda Magee
High School Senior
"I am thrilled to be a part of this program to continue to learn from Madi Hicks and all the knowledge she has."
-Maya Loureiro
"I am so grateful for the opportunity to work with Madi who inspires me not only as a dancer, but also as the kind of artist I hope to one day become. I truly value her knowledge and experience and look forward to my journey ahead as I begin to make decisions about the direction of my future as a dancer."
-Georgia Greene
High School Senior
"I am beyond thrilled to be part of Madi's mentee group. Her expertise in the industry, commercially, and in the concert world is something that I can trust when getting closer to college and my life beyond high school. I can't wait to keep growing as an artist and person and further my dance journey with Madi and the other special mentees."
-Antonia Gonzalez
High School Junior
"I was interested in working with Madi because I wanted to explore the opportunities throughout this program that can help me pursue what I love most. I also appreciate how this program helps to grow your knowledge with dance even more, and prepare you for your future."
-Posey Zielinski
High School Junior
"I am beyond grateful to be guided by someone so intelligent and creative as Madi. Her work constantly inspires me to exceed my limits. So excited to be a part of her college mentor program. I cannot wait to grow as a dancer and have her be a part of my dance journey into my life beyond high school. "
-Ava Raucci
High School Junior
"To be able to me a part of Madi’s mentee program is a dream. I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to learn from someone who I look up to so much as a person, and as an artist. I am beyond excited to see where this journey takes me."
-Rebecca Leeds
High School Senior
"I am so honored to get the opportunity to work with Madi as I navigate the most important years of high school. I feel that the guidance and experience that Madi has to offer will allow me to better understand what I want my next steps in my dance career to look like. I am very excited to be a part of her Pre-College mentor program and can not wait for the year ahead."
-Suvannah Hunter
High School Senior
"I am beyond grateful to work with Madi. Her choreography has been a source of inspiration for my own artistic journey so I am truly excited to have her guidance as I embark on the next chapter of my life. Her expertise and coaching will help strengthen me as a dancer, widen my experiences, and make the college application process more enriching. "
-Sienna Pearson
High School Senior
"I am thrilled to be working with such an amazing artist who with her expertise will help me in navigating this next step of my dance journey. This is such a wonderful opportunity and I know it will allow me to put my very best foot forward."
-Elizabeth Stevenson
High School Senior
Fiona Poth
High School Junior