American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York
- The American Academy of Dramatic Arts is a vibrant community of practicing professionals and students working together in a challenging and supportive environment.
School Highlights
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York serves 253 students (100% of students are full-time).
- The college's student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the state community college average of 28:1.
- Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 51%.
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York is one of 14 community colleges within New York County, NY.
- The nearest community college to American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York is Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing (0.4 miles away).
Top Placements
American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York places among the top 20% of community colleges in New York for:
- Category Attribute
- Completion Rates Highest completion rates
School Overview
- The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
| American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York | (NY) Community College Avg. | |
| Institution Level | At least 2 but less than 4 years | At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs |
| Institution Control | Private, non-profit | Private, non-profit |
| Total Faculty | 16 staff | 81 staff |
| Total Enrollment | 253 students | 1,701 students |
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| Student : Teacher Ratio | 16:1 | 28:1 |
| # Full-Time Students | 253 students | 1,163 students |
| Total Dormitory Capacity | 143 | 451 |
| % Asian | 3% | 6% |
| % Hispanic | 4% | 19% |
| % Black | 5% | 17% |
| % White | 45% | 49% |
| % Two or more races | 4% | 1% |
| % Non Resident races | 39% | 4% |
| Diversity Score | 0.64 | 0.69 |
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| College Completion Rate | 59% | 27% |
| Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years) | $35,300 | $35,200 |
Source: 2016 (or latest year available) IPEDS
School Notes
- The American Academy of Dramatic Arts has both the location and the program to move you closer to your dream. With campuses in the hearts of both New York City and Los Angeles, the Academy offers the aspiring actor a stimulating, inspiring environment and a fertile ground for professional and personal growth. The two campuses comprise one school, sharing the same philosophy, objectives and programs. The Academy's New York campus is right on Madison Avenue, in a landmark building designed by acclaimed architect Stanford White. The six-story structure has classrooms, rehearsal halls, dance studios, dressing rooms, a prop department and production workshop, a costume department, a library and a student lounge. Three theatres — a 169-seat proscenium theatre, a 164-seat thrust-stage theatre and an arena-style theater seating 103 — are used for classes and rehearsals as well as full productions. The Academy stresses practical, professional training for stage, film and television. The program is highly structured, focusing on acting, voice and speech, and movement, with an emphasis on self-discipline, self-discovery and, above all, individuality. At each stage of development, students' classroom knowledge is tested through onstage performances.
Nearby Schools
- The nearest community college to American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York is Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing (0.4 miles away).
- College Location Mi. Students
- Phillips Beth Israel School of NursingPrivate, non-profit278 students | 0.40 Mi766 The Avenue of the Americas 4th Floor
New York, NY 10001
(212)614-6114 0.40278 - 9,764 students | 0.50 Mi227 W 27th St
New York, NY 10001
(212)217-7999 0.509,764 - Wood Tobe-Coburn SchoolPrivate, for profit411 students | 0.50 Mi8 E 40th St
New York, NY 10016
(212)686-9040 0.50411 - Berkeley College-New YorkPrivate, for profit4,525 students | 0.60 Mi3 East 43 Street
New York, NY 10017
(212)986-4343 0.604,525 - Mandl School-The College Of Allied HealthPrivate, for profit707 students | 1.30 Mi254 W 54th St
New York, NY 10019
(212)247-3434 1.30707
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