American Musical and Dramatic Academy cost
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $49,274 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $70,620 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $43,641 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| $0 to $30,000 | $26,826 |
| $30,001 to $48,000 | $28,938 |
| $48,001 to $75,000 | $45,834 |
| $75,001 to $110,000 | $54,096 |
| Over $110,000 | $63,366 |
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
- Former students earned a median of $36,602 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $12,000 in federal student loans.
- 50% of students receive a federal Pell Grant.
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Frequently asked questions
How much does American Musical and Dramatic Academy cost?
Tuition and fees are $49,274 a year (2025-26). After grants, aided students paid an average net price of $43,641 in 2024-25.
Is American Musical and Dramatic Academy accredited?
American Musical and Dramatic Academy is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission, 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
- 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
- Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics Skin Care & Makeup, New York: $10,040 a year
More: all trade schools in New York · American Musical and Dramatic Academy 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.