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Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater

Overview

At a Glance

School type

Private, not-for-profit, 2-year

School Size & Setting

Large | Urban

Religious affliation

Not applicable

Mission Statement

1.To provide a multi-dimensional and practical education in the dramatic arts to young theatre students who seek a professional life in acting and related theatre employment. 2. To further the unique type of training developed over the years at The Neighborhood Playhouse. 3.To serve as a cultural resource by making its historical archives available to students and scholars. 4. To serve the New York City community at large and especially the theatre community by offering support for postgraduate continuing education in practical ways as well as academic through Workshop & Performance programs fostering new playwrights & directors as well as actors.

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cost & financial aid

Annual tuition & fees

Undergraduate

In state

$18,100

Out of state

$18,100
Graduate

In state

No information

Out of state

No information

Financial Aid: Undergraduates

Received financial aid
78%
Type of aid % of students receiving aid Average amount
Federal grants 56.0% $4,611
State/local grants 0.0% $0
Institutional grants 33.0% $3,333
Loans 78.0% $15,680

Other Estimated Costs

Housing

Not Available

Books & Supplies

$400 per year

Personal Expenses

Not Available

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Academics

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Admissions

Undergraduate acceptance rate

Acceptance rate
72.22%
  • Apply 18
  • Accepted 13
  • Attend 4

Application Fee

Undergraduate
$75
Graduate
No information

Undergraduate application requirements

  • High school transcript

    Required
  • High school GPA

    Not applicable
  • Recommendation letter

    Required
  • Admissions test
    (SAT or ACT)

    Not applicable
  • TOEFL
    (international students)

    Not applicable
  • Completion of college
    prep program

    Not applicable
  • Demonstration of
    competencies

    Required
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Student Life

Student Demographics

Female Students
61%
Male Students
39%

Student Ethnicities
  1. Caucasian39.06%
  2. Two Or More Ethnicities31.24%
  3. Hispanic/Latino15.63%
  4. Black10.94%
  5. Asian3.13%

Student body breakdown

Total students enrolled

81

Undergraduate students

81

Full Time Students
21%
Part Time Students
79%

Student services

  • Meal plan
  • Counseling services
  • Remedial services
  • Work-study
  • Placement services
  • Study abroad
  • Weekend/evening classes
  • On-campus day care for student's children
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