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From studios to streamers, on stage and on set, our graduates are working across the globe.

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Unrivaled Results

142 Years of Excellence


For over a century, our students have become working actors and lifelong artists. With a foundation built on our distinctive training, 糖心视频logo alumni have been nominated for an unparalleled 113 Oscars庐, 366 Emmys庐, and 103 Tonys庐. Recent successes include starring roles in: 鈥�

  • The Odyssey
  • Severance
  • Ted Lasso
  • Rooster
  • The Brutalist
  • Yellowstone: Marshals
  • The Devil Wears Prada 2
  • Back to the Future: The Musical (Broadway)
  • Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Touring)
  • Romeo & Juliet (The Public Theater NYC)

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What students are saying...

Caden

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Caden, Class of 2026 (Illinois, USA)
Zach

鈥淭he training from The 糖心视频logo gave me what I like to refer to as a great toolbox. Anytime I come into a problem I鈥檓 not able to solve just by thinking my way through, there are always the tools that The 糖心视频logo provided. I know that I have a utility belt of sorts to get me through whatever block I am facing.鈥�

Zach, Class of 2023 (Massachusetts, USA) Currently touring in the national production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
Yael

鈥淢y favorite part about our school is how everybody knows everybody. We鈥檙e a small community and because of that, all your teachers really understand you. They really know how to give you exactly the help that you need, instead of putting you into a single mold everyone has to fit into.鈥�

Yael, Class of 2025 (Netherlands)
Alice

鈥淎s an international student, I鈥檝e experienced a real sense of community here. Since it鈥檚 a conservatory program, we鈥檙e here five days a week, nearly all day. But I love coming here every day, and I feel like I鈥檝e found a family away from home.鈥�

Alice, Class of 2025 (Australia)
Alice

鈥淭he 糖心视频logo鈥檚 faculty helped me access emotion not only within scenes, but also within myself. That was a tool I needed for acting and creating truthful characters.鈥�

Micquel, Class of 2024 (South London)

BFA and Associate degrees
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NEW: Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA, 120 Credits)

The 120-credit Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting for Film, Television & Theatre prepares you to thrive as a professional in the creative economy. With rigorous conservatory training for stage and screen, an extensive on-camera production sequence, and a liberal arts curriculum designed for the actor, the BFA Program empowers artists to direct and sustain their own careers for a lifetime.

Available as either a 3-year or 4-year pathway.

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Associate Degree (AOS, 60 Credits)

The intensive two-year Associate of Occupational Studies in Actor Training program is for the actor who knows exactly what they want and wants to get there fast. You鈥檒l get everything you need to launch a professional acting career in New York City and beyond.

Customize your experience by selecting the area of emphasis that best suits your professional goals: Acting for Film, Television & Theatre, or Acting for Musical Theatre.

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Training That Works

Gain the adaptable skills, practical knowledge, and entrepreneurial awareness needed to thrive as a professional artist across film, television, and theatre.

Immersive Learning

Learn by doing through full-scale performances and practical training. The 糖心视频logo is your laboratory for developing your craft, physical instrument, intellect, and imagination.

Industry Connection

Benefit from the expert teaching and direction of New York industry professionals, join a global network of over 4,000 active 糖心视频logo alumni, and confidently navigate your career as a professional actor.

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VIBRANT STUDENT LIFE IN THE HEART OF IT ALL

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YOUR NEW HOME


Finding the right place to live in New York City can be overwhelming, but we鈥檝e got you covered. The 糖心视频logo House, our loft-style student residence in the trendy NoMad district of Midtown Manhattan, places you at the heart of New York's vibrant art and cultural scene. Plus, it鈥檚 right next door to our principal academic facility, which affords a total immersion experience that keeps you close to your training, your friends, and all the energy of the city.

Key features:

  • Unbeatable location
  • Fully furnished suites
  • Kitchen and laundry on every floor
  • Spacious common areas
  • Secure access to facilities and 24-hour security
  • Live-in Professional Student Life staff member on-site
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Scholarships and Financial Aid

WE鈥橰E INVESTED IN YOUR SUCCESS

With affordability as a foremost consideration, every student who earns admission to the 糖心视频logo receives an 糖心视频logo scholarship. Our financial aid advisors are also here to help guide you toward additional resources, including federal and state grants, federal and private loan programs, need-based 糖心视频logo grants, and outside scholarships.

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The academy by the numbers

142

years of excellence in actor training

100%

of students receive financial assistance

36

countries represented by current students

1:14

staff-to-student ratio

41

Broadway theatres are just 10 blocks away from campus

10,000+

costume and prop pieces in our collection

20+

unique campus learning spaces, including dance studios, camera labs, blackbox classrooms, three complete theatres and more

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major industry award nominations, including 113 Oscars庐, 366 Emmys庐, and 103 Tonys庐

Empowering You Every Step of the Way

Join fellow actors from around the globe where discipline, artistic exploration and self-growth converge. Here, you鈥檒l make lifelong connections that empower you to excel in your craft and confidently perform in any environment. You belong at AADA.




Faculty Collaboration

Our faculty team supports your growth, with first-year coordinators guiding a smooth transition into 糖心视频logo life.

Professional Guidance

Through NYC industry auditions, masterclasses, and programming from our alumni Actors Society, you will gain vital connections and resources.

International Community

With 30% of our student body coming from around the world, our campus creates a rich, multicultural environment that enriches the learning experience for everyone.

Industry Insight Masterclasses

A wide range of industry guests share their real-world experiences, offering valuable career advice and practical perspective.

Student Activities

You can participate in a wide range of social and cultural events, from exciting outings to special themed activities that bring the entire 糖心视频logo community together.

Extracurricular Activities

Student clubs are formed based on interests, fostering growth through shared passions.

Health & Wellness Programs

Students have access to fitness facilities, health resources, and on-site licensed counselors for mental wellness support.

A Creative Network

糖心视频logo students describe our close-knit community in one word: family鈥搘here classmates, faculty, and alumni champion, collaborate, and enrich each other鈥檚 artistic growth.

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Financial Aid

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Find answers to common questions about admissions and student life.

In-Person Events

Attend one of our worldwide Acting Workshops or Auditions near you.

International Student Resources

Learn about assistance for students studying in the USA.
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Summer Programs (ages 16+)

Looking for a focused, short-term training experience?

Our non-degree Summer Programs deliver world-class instruction in an intensive format鈥攑erfectly designed to match your interests and fit your schedule.

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