Enrollment, Tuition & Student Resources
Accepted Students
Congratulations on your acceptance to The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½. This page provides enrollment, tuition, payment, international student, financial aid, and required disclosure information for accepted students.
Your Enrollment Packet
Accepted students will be notified of their acceptance via email and will receive an official Acceptance Letter along with an Enrollment Packet, which includes the Enrollment Agreement, Physical Examination form, and other required documents.
Please review all materials carefully and return each required item by the deadline stated in your Acceptance Letter or Enrollment Packet.
Reserve Your Place
A non-refundable enrollment deposit is required to hold a student’s position and is applied toward tuition.
Enrollment Deposits
Deposit Payment Methods
- Check
- Credit or debit card, with a 3.5% administrative fee
- Bank wire transfer, with applicable transaction fees
To pay an enrollment deposit by credit card or wire transfer, contact Elizabeth Dow, Admissions and Office Administrator, at edow@neighborhoodplayhouse.org .
Tuition Information
The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ is committed to keeping professional actor training affordable. Standard tuition increases consistent with inflation may be expected.
2026–2027
Two-Year Conservatory [2YC]
$20,500
First Year tuition, including the $500 non-refundable enrollment deposit
- Application Fee $75
- Enrollment Deposit $500
- First Semester Payment $10,000
- Second Semester Payment $10,000
Summer 2027
Six-Week Summer Intensive [6WK]
Program: June 8–July 16, 2027
$4,850
Total tuition, including the $500 non-refundable enrollment deposit
- Application Fee $75
- Enrollment Deposit $500
- Acting on Pitch Elective $600
- Shakespeare Elective $500
Summer 2027
Pre-College Conservatory [PCC]
$3,400
Total tuition, including the $400 non-refundable enrollment deposit
- Application Fee $50
- Enrollment Deposit $400
- Program Length Three Weeks
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2YC First Year Deadlines
2YC Second Year Tuition
Second Year tuition is $21,000, including the $500 non-refundable enrollment deposit.
Payment Methods
Tuition and Fees May Be Paid By
- U.S. bank check
- U.S. money order
- Bank wire transfer
- Credit or debit card, including Visa, MasterCard, and Discover
Estimated Cost of Living
The following estimates apply to students enrolled in the full-time Two-Year Conservatory.
Students Living Off Campus
Students Living With Parent(s)
International Accepted Students
International Enrollment Process
In addition to standard enrollment materials, international students will receive the Foreign Student Information form and International Student To-Do List.
The completed Foreign Student Information form must be returned with the Enrollment Agreement and tuition payment. This information is required by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security before the school can issue the I-20 SEVIS form.
SEVIS & Visa Requirements
After receiving the I-20 SEVIS form, students must file Form I-901 and pay the required SEVIS fee.
Required Documentation
- I-901 SEVIS fee receipt
- I-20 SEVIS form
- Valid passport
- Birth certificate
- Proof of sufficient finances
- Any additional embassy-required documents
Proof of finances should demonstrate sufficient funds, estimated at $2,000 per month for tuition and living expenses. Canadian citizens may follow an alternate F-1 process that does not always require a U.S. consulate appointment.
For assistance, contact Anthony Reimer, International Student Affairs: areimer@neighborhoodplayhouse.org | (212) 688-3770
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Federal Financial Aid
Financial aid is available to eligible students enrolled in the full-time Professional Actor Training Program. International students are generally not eligible for U.S. Federal Student Aid.
Federal School Code: 00902900Help completing the FAFSA is available through Federal Student Aid at 1-800-FED-AID. For assistance with º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ financial aid, contact Anthony Reimer at areimer@neighborhoodplayhouse.org or (212) 688-3770 .
Net Price Calculator
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Financial Aid ResourcesScholarships
Scholarships funded by alumni and friends of The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ are awarded based on a combination of merit and financial need.
View ScholarshipsG.I. Bill®
Eligible veterans and dependents may review information about approved education benefits and enrollment requirements.
G.I. Bill® InformationFederal Disclosures
Return of Title IV Funds
Federal Title IV funds are subject to return if a student withdraws before completing more than 60% of scheduled coursework. Return amounts are calculated according to U.S. Department of Education regulations using the R2T4 formula.
Detailed policies are available in the Student Handbook, distributed at Orientation and available through the Financial Aid section of the website.
Financial Aid PoliciesGainful Employment Program
The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ of the Theatre’s Two-Year Program in Dramatic Art is identified as an undergraduate certificate program for federal reporting purposes.
Related occupations include actors for stage, film, television, and radio, as well as directors, producers, agents, talent directors, and drama teachers.
Title IX
Title IX Policies & Reporting
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs receiving federal funding.
The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ maintains a Title IX Grievance Policy in accordance with federal regulations. Complaints may be filed with the Title IX Coordinator and/or local law enforcement.
Questions º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ Enrollment?
Contact The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ for assistance with enrollment documents, tuition payments, international student requirements, financial aid, or accepted-student next steps.
edow@neighborhoodplayhouse.org
(212) 688-3770
Financial Aid & International Students
areimer@neighborhoodplayhouse.org
Tuition, fees, estimated living expenses, curriculum, instructional hours, and institutional policies are subject to change. Students should refer to their official Acceptance Letter, Enrollment Agreement, and Enrollment Packet for binding deadlines and requirements.