Frequently Asked Questions

Please review our Admissions Requirements page.
Please review our Admissions Requirements page.
Please review our Audition Requirements and our Audition Locations pages.
Please view the full calendar of important dates & deadlines here.
AOS applicants will be notified of their decision typically within four weeks of completing the application and audition. BFA applicants will be notified of their decision based on the timing of their application submission (early, regular,late/transfer) and start term, according to the decision release date schedule.
Please review our Tuition & Costs page.
You are welcome to visit our campus during one of our Open House Events or by scheduling a Campus Tour. For an individual or group tour, please contact our contact Admissions Department at 800-463-8990.
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All applicants who are accepted to The Academy are automatically considered for scholarship funds and may be eligible for awards of up to $25,000, based on their application and audition materials. Scholarship decisions are provided at the time of acceptance.
Students should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as early as possible using The Academy's school code 007465.
Students who do not qualify for federal assistance in the form of grants and loans are encouraged to research and pursue outside scholarships and alternative loans. Visit our Financial Aid page for more options.
Not in the United States, but they may qualify within their own countries. Visit our International Students page to learn more about financial aid options for international students.
The Academy participates in the Federal Work-Study (FWS) program. The Academy’s program is federally and institutionally funded. It provides part-time, on-campus jobs for U.S. students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay educational expenses. For international students there are also on-campus employment opportunities.
Please review our New York Housing page to learn more.
There are different summer housing options available on each campus. Visit the Summer Program Details page for more details.
Students are able to get around using buses, taxis, subways and rail systems in the New York City area.
During the academic year, students are expected to devote their full attention to their studies, and attendance in all Academy classes is mandatory. Therefore, it is against school policy for students to audition while attending The Academy.

Statistics are maintained by The Academy in compliance with the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990, and are made available to all enrolled students and to other inquiries upon request. To view the campus reports use the download links provided below:

Yes. AADA offers in-person auditions at our New York City campus, as well as select regional auditions. If you are unable to attend an in-person audition, you may schedule a live virtual audition or request to submit a pre-recorded self-tape audition. After applying, you can request and schedule your audition through your applicant portal. We strongly encourage applicants to attend an in-person or live virtual audition whenever possible, as it gives us the opportunity to get to know you and your work. If you are unable to attend an in-person or live virtual audition, you may request a self-tape audition through your Admissions Advisor or by emailing admissions@aada.edu
The Academy does not provide student meal plans. However, there are numerous dining options within proximity of our New York campus
There are a limited number of supplies that are required for new students. Upon acceptance, your acceptance packet will have a detailed list of clothing and supplies you will need for the academic year. If you plan to be a part of The Academy’s housing, all units come furnished.
Academy housing provides laundry facilities depending on your specific housing arrangement that are either free or nominal in cost.
Academy housing fees cover basic utilities.
Send your updated information via our Alumni Affairs contact form.
Many campus events are open to the public including Third Year Company performances and Open House events. For special events please see the Events Calendar.
Use our Events Calendar to select the event you wish to attend and use The Academy’s RSVP system to reserve your space.
Select student performances are open to the public. Check our Events Calendar or consult with our campus receptionist for dates and times.
Please visit our Events Calendar for a listing of upcoming performance events.
Many campus events are open to the public including Third-Year Company performances and Open House events. For special events, please see our Events Calendar.
You can download our Student Handbook page here.
For first-time AADA students, prior college coursework and qualifying prior learning may be evaluated for transfer credit toward AADA’s BFA program upon acceptance.
AADA alumni admitted to the BFA program will receive credit for eligible coursework completed at the AADA and may also be considered for transfer credit from other institutions and prior learning credit based on qualifying life and professional experience.
Yes, The Academy considers data protection and privacy to be of paramount importance. We never sell personal data, we enable the visitors of our website to be in control of their personal data, and we carry out all processing operations in strict compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) as well as other applicable global privacy and data protection laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”).
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