National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts

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2021 Undergraduate Tuition

$10,600

7.07% growth from 2020

2021 Average Net Price

$28,359

After Financial Aid

2019 Student Loan

12.2%

Default Rate

2021 Acceptance Rate

100%

3 Applicants

2021 Enrolled Students

100% Full-Time

2021 Graduation Rate

75%

3 Graduates

About

National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is a higher education institution located in District of Columbia, DC. In 2021, the most popular 2 to 4 Year Postsecondary Certificate concentrations at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts were Other Dramatic Arts & Stagecraft (11 degrees awarded).

In 2021, 17 degrees were awarded across all undergraduate and graduate programs at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts. 52.9% of these degrees were awarded to women, and 47.1% awarded men. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients was white (7 degrees), 1.4 times more than then the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (5 degrees).

The median undergraduate tuition at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is $10,600, which is $−1,385 less than the national average for ($11,985).

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Costs

In 2021, the median undergraduate tuition at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is $10,600, which is $−1,385 less than the national average for ($11,985).

After taking grants and loans into account, the average net price for students is $28,359.

In 2021, 28% of undergraduate students attending National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts received financial aid through grants. Comparatively, 19% of undergraduate students received financial aid through loans.

Tuition Costs

$10,600

2021 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2021, the cost of tuition at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts was $10,600. The cost of tuition at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is $−1,385 less than than the overall (public and private) national average for ($11,985).

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Average Net Price

$28,359

2021 Value

133%

1 Year Growth

In 2021 National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,359. Between 2020 and 2021, the average net price of National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts grew by 133%.

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Average net price is calculated from full-time beginning undergraduate students who were awarded a grant or scholarship from federal, state or local governments, or the institution.

Other Student Expenses

$16,844

Room and Board

$100

Books and Supplies

The average yearly cost of room and board at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts was of $16,844 in 2021. The cost of room and board did not change between 2020 and 2021.

During the same period, the average yearly cost of books and supplies was $100. The cost of books and supplies did not change during the same period.

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Financial Aid by Income Level

28%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

19%

Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

28% of undergraduate students at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts received financial aid through grants or loans in 2021. This represents a decline of 47.2% with respect to 2020, when 53% of undergraduate students received financial aid.

This chart compares the average award discount at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts (in red) with that of other similar universities.

The average award discount is the ratio between the average grant or scholarship value, and the cost, which is the sum of out-of-state tuition, room, board, book, supplies, and other expenses.

Student Loan Default Rate

Cohort default rates only account for borrowers who default in the first three years, and some schools only have a small proportion of borrowers entering repayment. These rates should be interpreted with caution, as they may not be reflective of the entire school population.

12.2%

2019 Default Rate

Number of Defaults

In 2019 the default rate for borrower's at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts was 12.2%, which represents 5 out of the 41 total borrowers.

A cohort default rate is the percentage of a school's borrowers who enter repayment on certain Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) Program or William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program loans during a particular federal fiscal year (FY), October 1 to September 30, and default or meet other specified conditions prior to the end of the second following fiscal year.

Admissions

National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts received 3 undergraduate applications in 2021, which represents a 50% annual growth. Out of those 3 applicants, 3 students were accepted for enrollment, representing a 100% acceptance rate.

There were 27 students enrolled at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in 2021.

National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts has an overall enrollment yield of 100%, which represents the number of admitted students who ended up enrolling.

Acceptance Rate

100%

Acceptance Rate in 2021

Accepted Out of 3

In 2021, the undergraduate acceptance rate of National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts was 100% (3 admissions from 3 applications). This is approximately the same as the acceptance rate of 2020, which was 100%. Between 2020 and 2021, the number of applicants grew by 50%, while admissions grew by 50%..

This chart compares the acceptance rate of National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts (in red) with that of other similar universities, and the chart below shows the acceptance rate by gender.

Enrollment

National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts had a total enrollment of 27 students in 2021. The full-time enrollment at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is 27 students and the part-time enrollment is 0. This means that 100% of students enrolled at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts are enrolled full-time.

The enrolled student population at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts, both undergraduate and graduate, is 48.1% Black or African American, 18.5% White, 14.8% Hispanic or Latino, 3.7% Asian, 3.7% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders, 3.7% Two or More Races, and 3.7% American Indian or Alaska Native.

Students enrolled at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in full-time Undergraduate programs are most commonly Black or African American Male (29.6%), followed by Black or African American Female (18.5%) and Hispanic or Latino Male (11.1%).

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

100%

Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in 2021, both undergraduate and graduate, is 27 students. The full-time enrollment at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is 27 and the part-time enrollment is 0.

This chart shows the full-time vs part-time enrollment status at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts (in red) compares to similar universities.

Retention Rate over Time

50%

2021 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall. The retention rate for full-time undergraduates at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts was 50%. Compared with the full-time retention rate at similar (77%), National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts had a retention rate lower than its peers.

This chart shows the retention rate over time at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts (highlighted in red) compares to similar universities.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

Most Common Race or Ethnicity (2021)

Black or African American
13 enrolled students
White
5 enrolled students
Hispanic or Latino
4 enrolled students

The enrolled student population at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is 48.1% Black or African American, 18.5% White, 14.8% Hispanic or Latino, 3.7% Asian, 3.7% Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islanders, 3.7% Two or More Races, and 3.7% American Indian or Alaska Native. This includes both full-time and part-time students as well as graduate and undergraduates. By comparison, enrollment for all is 34.9% White, 24.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 17.5% Black or African American.

Graduates

In 2021, 1 more women than men received degrees from National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts. The most common race/ethnicity group of degree recipients at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is white (7 degrees awarded). There were 1.4 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (5 degrees).

The most common 2 to 4 Year Postsecondary Certificate concentration at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is Other Dramatic Arts & Stagecraft (11 degrees awarded).

In 2021, the most specialized majors across all degree types at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts, meaning they have significantly more degrees awarded in that concentration than the national average across all institutions, are Visual & Performing Arts (17 degrees awarded).

Common Jobs by Major

Graphic designers

Most Common Job

The most common jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts are Graphic designers (87,801 people), Elementary & middle school teachers (81,019 people), Other managers (71,519 people), Other designers (59,060 people), and Postsecondary teachers (53,913 people).

The most specialized majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in 2021 are Visual & Performing Arts (17 degrees awarded) (as of 2021).

Highest Paying Jobs by Major

Surgeons

Highest Paying Job

The highest paying jobs for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts are Surgeons, Physicians, Credit analysts, Economists, and Magnetic resonance imaging technologists

The most specialized majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts are Visual & Performing Arts (17 degrees awarded) (as of 2021).

Common Industries by Major

Elementary & secondary schools

Most Common Industry

The most common industries for people who hold a degree in one of the 5 most specialized majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts are Elementary & secondary schools (169,855 people), Colleges, universities & professional schools, including junior colleges (117,241 people), Computer Systems Design (65,551 people), Specialized design services (59,386 people), and Restaurants & Food Services (47,766 people).

The most specialized majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts are Visual & Performing Arts (17 degrees awarded) (as of 2021).

Majors Awarded

IPEDS uses the Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) standard, so the categories may not match the exact concentrations offered by National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts.

Other Dramatic Arts & Stagecraft

Most Common (2021)

11 degree-majors awarded

In 2021, the most common 2 to 4 year postsecondary certificate concentration at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts was Other Dramatic Arts & Stagecraft with 11 degrees awarded.

This visualization illustrates the percentage of degree-majors recipients from 2 to 4 year postsecondary certificate programs at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts according to their major.

Sex Breakdown for Common Majors

Degrees Awarded to Men

in 2021

Degrees Awarded to Women

in 2021

In 2021, 8 degrees were awarded to men at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts, which is 0.889 times less than the number of degrees awarded to females (9).

This chart displays the sex disparity between the top 5 majors at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts by degrees awarded.

Most Common Male Majors

In 2021, 8 degrees were awarded to men at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in Other Dramatic Arts & Stagecraft, which is 0.889 times less than the 9 female recipients with that same degree.

Most Common Female Majors

In 2021, 9 degrees were awarded to men at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts in Other Dramatic Arts & Stagecraft, which is 1.13 times more than the 8 male recipients with that same degree.

Time to Complete

50%

100% Completion Time

50%

150% Completion Time

In 2021, 50% of students graduating from National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts completed their program within 100% "normal time" (i.e. 4 years for a 4-year degree). Comparatively, 50% completed their degrees within 150% of the normal time, and 50% within 200%.

The following chart shows these completion rates over time compared to the average for the Carnegie Classification group.

Graduation rate is defined as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within a specific percentage of "normal time" to completion for their program.

Graduation Rate by Race and Sex

Showing demographic groups with ≥ 5 graduating students.

White Female

Highest Graduation Rate (100%)

The student demographic with the highest graduation rate in 2021 at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is Female and White (100% graduation rate). Across all , Asian Female students have the highest graduation rate (72.9%).

The department of education defines graduation rate as the percentage of full-time, first-time students who received a degree or award within 150% of "normal time" to completion.

Race & Ethnicity by Share

Most Common Student Race or Ethnicity (2021)

White
7 degrees awarded
Black or African American
5 degrees awarded
Hispanic or Latino
1 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is white (7 degrees awarded). There were 1.4 times more white recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american (5 degrees).

5.88% of degree recipients (1 students) did not report their race.

Race & Ethnicity by Sex

Most Common Sex Demographic (2021)

White Male
4 degrees awarded
Black or African American Male
3 degrees awarded
White Female
3 degrees awarded

The most common race/ethnicity and sex grouping at National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is white male (4 degrees awarded). There were 1.33 times more white male recipients than the next closest race/ethnicity group, black or african american male (3 degrees).