The Ailey School cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $15,251 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $70,233 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $58,150 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $56,838 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $55,838 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $59,057 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | Not reported |
| Over $110,000 | Not reported |
Program prices often differ from the school-wide figure, and tools, uniforms or licensing exams can add to them. Ask the school for the full price of the program you want.
Outcomes and students
- 52% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal program length (students who started in fall 2022 or the 2022-23 year).
- 95% of first-time students came back or finished after the first year.
- Students who completed left with a median of $9,500 in federal student loans.
- 29% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by National Association of Schools of Dance.
Frequently asked questions
How much does The Ailey School cost?
Tuition and fees are $15,251 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $58,150 in 2024-25.
What is the completion rate at The Ailey School?
52% of first-time, full-time students finished within 150% of the normal time for their program.
Is The Ailey School accredited?
The Ailey School is accredited by National Association of Schools of Dance, according to the Department of Education.
Other trade schools nearby
- ARROJO Academy, New York: $17,000 a year
- Ace Institute of Technology, New York: $12,400 a year
- American Musical and Dramatic Academy, New York: $49,274 a year
- Atelier Esthetique Institute of Esthetics, New York: $10,540 a year
- Atlantic Acting School, New York: $22,700 a year
- Aveda Arts & Sciences Institute-New York, New York: $19,000 a year
More: all trade schools in New York · The Ailey School on the College Scorecard
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.