- The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts is a private drama school in New York City. It was originally conceived for the purpose of training actors for film and television acting and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre to offer associate degrees.
School Highlights
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts serves 504 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Acceptance Rate: 90%
- Minority enrollment: 76%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Resources
School Overview
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Arts & Design
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
159 staff
Student Body
The student population of New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts has grown by 70% over five years.
The New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts diversity score of 0.81 is more than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 5% over five years.
Total Enrollment
504 students
1,129 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
# Full-Time Students
504 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
504 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
504 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
% Asian
1%
8%
% Hispanic
24%
23%
% Black
26%
18%
% White
24%
38%
% Hawaiian
8%
2%
% Two or more races
3%
3%
% Non Resident races
10%
3%
% Unknown races
3%
5%
Diversity Score
0.81
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.8416%
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
40%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,300
$34,200
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$12,101
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
Acceptance Rate
90%
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts?
The acceptance rate of New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts is 90%, which is higher than the state average of 74%.
What is New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts's ranking?
New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
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