American Musical and Dramatic Academy
New York, New York · Private, nonprofit · 1,438 undergraduates
Of 4 programs with reported earnings, 0 leave graduates out-earning a typical New York high-school graduate (about $35,746/yr) and 4 fall short. Another 1 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $25,437 |
| $30k to $48k | $27,924 |
| $48k to $75k | $43,968 |
| $75k to $110k | $51,214 |
| $110k and up | $59,423 |
| All families (average) | $41,416 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma | $31,701 | -$4,045 | falls short | $12,000 | n/a |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Bachelor's Degree | $32,008 | -$3,738 | falls short | $27,000 | n/a |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | Associate's Degree | $15,909 | -$19,837 | falls short | $12,000 | n/a |
| Dance | Bachelor's Degree | $34,107 | -$1,639 | falls short | $27,000 | n/a |
Access and outcomes: 33% of students receive Pell grants · 72% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.