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American Musical and Dramatic Academy

#1405 in US ranking New York City, NY
Type:
Private not-for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$70,620
Tuition & fees
$49,274
Avg. aid
$19,776
Receiving aid
100%

Admissions

Acceptance rate
24%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
72%
Median salary
$24,724
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at American Musical and Dramatic Academy?

Performances and presentations are a significant part of AMDA's academic calendar. Productions give students occasions to apply classroom and studio work before an audience, although the nature and eligibility of each opportunity depend on the program and production.

Prospective students should distinguish a recurring academic performance from a guaranteed role or a schoolwide tradition. The current New York performance calendar and program requirements are the best way to see what is scheduled, which events are open to the public, and how students are selected to participate.

What are the student housing and dining options at American Musical and Dramatic Academy?

AMDA offers institution-arranged housing to undergraduates, but availability should not be interpreted as guaranteed placement. Applicants should verify the New York housing application, eligibility rules, assignment process, and dates before relying on a room in their financial plan.

The reported typical annual room-and-board charge combines housing and dining costs, but a student's actual expenses will depend on the assigned accommodation and food arrangements. Ask what a housing contract includes, whether a meal plan is required or offered, where students obtain meals, and which costs continue during breaks. Students considering an independent apartment should account for deposits, utilities, commuting, and the possibility that a lease extends beyond the academic year.

American Musical and Dramatic Academy Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

No

Freshmen can park on campus

No

Highspeed speed internet

No

American Musical and Dramatic Academy Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
5:1

American Musical and Dramatic Academy Library Services and Resources

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

No

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

No

American Musical and Dramatic Academy Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

American Musical and Dramatic Academy Location & Map

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.