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National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts
- 1556 Wisconsin Ave NW
- Washington, DC 20007
- OPEID College Code: 02132800
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- General Phone: (202) 333-2202
- President: Raymond G. Ficca
- Website: www.theconservatory.org
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Non-Degree Granting
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 30
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- The National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts is a non-profit, accredited, post-secondary school for individuals who wish to train for professional careers in the performing arts.
The Conservatory was founded in 1975 to provide residents of the greater Washington metro area the opportunity to accomplish a caliber of training previously only available in New York or Los Angeles. The mission of the Conservatory is to provide training that incorporates sound technique and a practical approach in a supportive and professional atmosphere based on collegiality between faculty and students and mutual respect for the time honored craft of acting.
The Conservatory is dedicated to making the cost of the training fair and affordable for students. The school participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs to assist those students for whom tuition assistance is needed in order for them to be able to train.
The Conservatory does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, or sexual orientation regarding admission, hiring of personnel or in its educational programs.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Fees Fall 2007
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $30.00
- College Credits Accepted
None Available
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2007
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 6 | 9 | 15 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 5 (83%) | 9 (100%) | 14 (93%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 5 (100%) | 8 (89%) | 13 (93%) |
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 100% | 25% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,650 | $4,310 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number in Repayment | 8 | 10 | 2 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $7,200 | $6,900 | $6,600 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $7,200 | $6,900 | $6,600 |
| Books and Supplies | $300 | $300 | $300 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $8,851 | $8,430 | $8,180 |
| Other Expenses | $4,192 | $3,992 | $3,875 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $2,790 | $3,992 | $2,580 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $7,500 | $7,200 | $6,900 |
| Out of State | $7,500 | $7,200 | $6,900 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $20,543 | $19,622 | $18,955 |
| Out of State | $20,543 | $19,622 | $18,955 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $10,290 | $9,857 | $9,480 |
| Out of State | $10,290 | $9,857 | $9,480 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
| Certificate | |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | |
| Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other | 17 |
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 30 Undergraduate: 30
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 12 Female: 18
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 12 Female: 18
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 30 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 30 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 9 | 30% |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | 3 | 10% |
| White | 18 | 60% |
| Unknown | - | - |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 2 | 7% |
| Ages 22-24 | 4 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 12 | 40% |
| Ages 30-34 | 6 | 20% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 3 | 10% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 20 | 1 | 19 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 15 | - | 15 |
| Primarily Instruction | 15 | - | 15 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1 | - | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 100%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 58% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 50% |
| Female | 67% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 100% |
| Black | 40% |
| Hispanic | 100% |
| White | 33% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
