American Musical and Dramatic Academy Admissions Profile

American Musical and Dramatic Academy is located in New York, NY. It serves roughly 1,471 students with a student-faculty ratio near 6:1. Recent admissions cycles report an acceptance rate around 25%. Estimated in-state tuition is $44,260 ($44,260 for out-of-state). Graduates report median earnings near $33,900.

AMDA College of the Performing Arts is recognized throughout the industry for its rich history and tradition of launching some of the most successful careers in theatre, film, television, and new media. Offering both Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degrees as well as Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) Degrees; AMDA provides unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class industry professionals. Located in the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles, AMDA College of the Performing Arts is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC). For more information, visit AMDA .

Admissions Snapshot

Acceptance rate: 25%
First-year retention: 75%
Graduation rate: 72%

Costs & Financial Aid

In-state tuition: $44,260
Out-of-state tuition: $44,260
Average net price: $63,779
Pell grant recipients: 36%

Academic Highlights

Popular program: Performing Arts
Popular program: Acting
Popular program: Acting for Camera
Popular program: Dance
Popular program: Film & Television Arts
Popular program: Musical Theatre
Popular program: Theatre
Popular program: Vocal Performance
Popular program: Liberal Arts
Popular program: Content Creation
Popular program: Commercial Music
Popular program: Online

Student Experience

Campus life: Disability Services
Campus life: LGBTQIA Services
Campus life: Military/Veteran Services
Campus life: On-Campus Housing
Campus life: Distance/online learning
Campus life: Performance Opportunities
Campus life: Industry Networking

Upcoming Admissions Events

AMDA Campus Tour: Los Angeles: July 24, 2026 at 10:00 AM (On-campus) — campus tour
AMDA Campus Tour: New York City: July 24, 2026 at 11:00 AM (On-campus) — open house
AMDA Campus Tour: New York City: July 24, 2026 at 3:00 PM (On-campus) — open house
AMDA Campus Tour: Los Angeles: July 31, 2026 at 10:00 AM (On-campus) — campus tour

Career Outcomes

Median graduate earnings reach $33,900, underscoring the return on investment for American Musical and Dramatic Academy students.