American Musical and Dramatic Academy
New York, NY · Private nonprofit · Graduate degree-granting
American Musical and Dramatic Academy, based in New York, New York, is a private nonprofit institution, accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission. With 1,438 students, it is a small institution. Graduates earn a median of $26,975 ten years after enrollment, compared to a national median of $40,747. Regarding student success, the graduation rate is 71.8%. Mmedian graduate debt is $15,250, yielding an earnings-to-debt ratio of 1.77x. The average net price after financial aid is $41,416 per year. The most popular programs include Drama & Theater Arts and Dance.
Key Outcomes
Median Earnings (10yr)
$26,975
Graduation Rate
71.8%
Median Debt
$15,250
Average Net Price
$41,416
Earnings-to-Cost Ratio
0.65x
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio
1.77x
Admissions & Enrollment
Total Enrollment
1,438
Admission Rate
24.5%
Average SAT
Not reported
Retention Rate
83.3%
Cost
In-State Tuition
$46,928
Out-of-State Tuition
$46,928
Pell Grant Rate
32.8%
Federal Loan Rate
58.9%
Net Cost by Family Income
Income $0–$30K
$25,437
Income $30K–$48K
$27,924
Income $48K–$75K
$43,968
Income $110K+
$59,423
Student Demographics
Women
69.6%
White
30.0%
Black
16.8%
Hispanic
16.7%
Asian
1.9%
Two or More Races
5.3%
Student Loan Performance
Repayment Rate (3yr)
43.4%
Accreditations
- National Association of Schools of Theatre, Commission on Accreditation — Institutional Accreditation (Accredited)
- WASC Senior College and University Commission — Institutional Accreditation (Preaccredited)
Programs (5)
Bachelor (2)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Drama & Theater Arts | $32,008 | 225 |
| Dance | $34,107 | 25 |
Associate (1)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Drama & Theater Arts | Not reported | 61 |
Undergraduate Certificate (1)
| Program | Median Earnings | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Drama & Theater Arts | $31,701 | 364 |
Show 1 additional programs with limited data
| Program | Level | Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Drama & Theater Arts | Master | 2 |
Rankings Featuring This Institution
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