American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles

1336 North La Brea Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • The American Academy of Dramatic Arts has been training professional actors for over one hundred and twenty years. The Academy trains actors for stage, film and television by means of a structured, professionally-oriented program that stresses self-discovery, self-discipline and individuality.

School Highlights

American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles serves 217 students (100% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 20:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 95%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 217 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,650
  • Acceptance Rate: 90%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 94%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates--Public Special Use
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
57 staff
294 staff
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Student Body

The student population of American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles has declined by 13% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles diversity score of 0.86 is more than the state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has grown by 15% over five years.
Total Enrollment
217 students
5,744 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
20:1
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# Full-Time Students
217 students
813 students
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# Part-Time Students
n/a
4,931 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
285 students
302 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
217 students
813 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
4,962 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
150 students
140 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
13%
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% Asian
12%
6%
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% Hispanic
n/a
1%
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% Black
15%
46%
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% White
6%
5%
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% Hawaiian
31%
24%
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% Two or more races
n/a
4%
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% Non Resident races
5%
n/a
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% Unknown races
29%
1%
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Diversity Score
0.86
0.71
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.6364%
0.4179%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4884%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$35,300
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $30,650 is more than the state average of $20,392. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$30,650
$20,392
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
96%
85%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$12,000
$10,500
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,239
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Acceptance Rate
90%
92%
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Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • The Academy offers a two-year professional training program, a third year advanced performance program (The Academy Company) and a six-week summer program, in both New York and Hollywood. The Academy stresses practical, professional training for stage, film and television. The program is highly structured, focusing on acting, voice and speech, and movement, with an emphasis on self-discipline, self-discovery and, above all, individuality. At each stage of development, students' classroom knowledge is tested through onstage performances. Students who excel may be invited to join the Academy Company. Participation in the Academy Company offers actors further performance opportunities, often in the presence of casting directors, agents and other industry professionals. The Academy's California home on 1336 North La Brea Avenue between Sunset and Santa Monica Boulevards is in the heart of Los Angeles--the entertainment capital of the West Coast. The Los Angeles campus is built on what was formerly the Charlie Chaplin studio lot, and is a state of the art facility with classrooms, acting studios, a costume and props shop and a television studio. Financial aid programs and services assist students and families with paying for the cost of attendance. Students and their families must demonstrate financial need. Financial aid packages may consist of a combination of grants, scholarships, campus employment, and loans. All packages are tailored to meet each student's need. The Academy participates in various federal and state financial aid programs and offers a choice of payment plans as well as scholarship. Complete details regarding financial aid are available through the Financial Aid Office.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles cost?
American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles's private state tuition is approximately $30,650.
What is the acceptance rate of American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles?
The acceptance rate of American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles is 90%, which is lower than the state average of 92%.
What is American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles's ranking?
American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.
In what neighborhood is American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles located?
American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles is located in the Central LA neighborhood of Los Angeles, CA. There are 1 other community '.college.' located in Central LA.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 217 students
  • Private-state tuition: $30,650
  • Acceptance Rate: 90%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 94%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For Los Angeles County, CA public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $1,211 per year for in-state students and $6,572 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $23,811 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

The average community college acceptance rate in Los Angeles County, CA is 77%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

Los Angeles County, CA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.64, which is lower than the national average of 0.75. The most diverse community college in Los Angeles County, CA is California College of Music. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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