Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Personal Story Week
Week 4
Dance Duel/Victorious Week
* Valerie took the week off. In her place is Ryan Lane.
* In the event of a tie, Head Judge Natalie would determine who to make immune. In the duel between Michelle and Jennifer, Natalie chose to make Jennifer immune, putting Michelle in jeopardy.
* In the event of a tie, Head Judge Natalie would determine who to make immune. In the duel between Michelle and Jennifer, Natalie chose to make Jennifer immune, putting Michelle in jeopardy.
Week 5
American Idol Week
* Natalie took the week off. In her place is Ethan Ferguson.
* Derek Hough was sidelined with an illness for the week, preventing him to dance with Ciara. Artem Chigvintsev will step in as her partner for the week.
* Derek Hough was sidelined with an illness for the week, preventing him to dance with Ciara. Artem Chigvintsev will step in as her partner for the week.
Week 6
Oldie's Week
* Tony took the week off. In his place is Trent Britton.
Week 7
Classical Week
Week 8
Decade Latin Week
Week 9
* This week, Judge Valerie has been replaced by Season 7 contestant Ryan Lane permanently. Valerie will return for a send-off event in the finale. *
Week 10
Patriotic Ballroom Round + Judge's Score Showdown (Jive)
Week 11
Finals
Finale