Acting at New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts in New York, NY

Visual & Performing Arts Associate's CIP 50.0506

Total Graduates

84

Class of 2023

Male Graduates

38%

32 of 84

Female Graduates

62%

52 of 84

Annual Tuition

$36,200

In-state rate

Program Popularity

#2
of 11 colleges nationally
81.8%
Produces more graduates than 81.8% of colleges offering this program
401
Total national graduates (Associate's)

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Acting.
Degree Level Associate's
CIP Code 50.0506
Program Family Visual & Performing Arts

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 84 graduates
Award Year 2023
Gender Distribution 38% male, 62% female

Salary & Earnings

Typical earnings for occupations related to this program

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

Primary Occupation
$80,190
Median Annual Salary
$47,040 $194,530
10th percentile 90th percentile
97,890 employed nationally +1.7% projected growth

Salary data reflects typical earnings for related occupations nationally, not specific earnings of graduates from this institution. Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2024).

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

🎯

Actors

Average Starting Salary

Data not available

10-Year Job Growth

+0.3%

Career Readiness Score

70/100
100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Career Title Starting Salary Growth Rate Skill Match Mapping
Actors SOC: 27-2011
N/A+0.3%
75%
primary100% confidence
$64,152+1.7%
75%
primary100% confidence

Skills You'll Gain

Skills Covered in Program (4)

Speaking
Reading Comprehension
Social Perceptiveness
Active Listening

Career Preparation

This program covers the essential skills needed for your target career.

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

75%

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

A
Artistic
S
Social
I
Investigative

creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

  • Creative design
  • Artistic expression
  • Helping others
  • Teaching
  • Conducting research
  • Solving complex problems

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

Creative
Imaginative
Empathetic
Patient
Analytical
Curious

💡 Interests

Creative design
Artistic expression
Helping others
Teaching
Conducting research
Solving complex problems

Work Values

Speaking
Active Listening
Instructing
Helping others
Knowledge
Creativity

Ask Yourself These Questions

1

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; research, analysis, and problem-solving?

2

Do you value speaking?

3

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

This Career May Be Great For You If:

  • Analytical thinkers who enjoy problem-solving
  • Creative individuals who value originality
  • People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others

Consider These Challenges:

  • Those who prefer routine tasks
  • Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
  • Those who prefer working independently
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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.

Institution

Location New York, NY

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $36,200
Out-of-State Tuition $36,200
Average Net Price $39,413

Program Information

CIP Code: 50.0506
CIP Family: 50
IPEDS ID:
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