# Academy Scholarships

> Amount varies from American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York. Rolling deadline.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/academy-scholarships
- Provider: American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York (College)
- Award: Amount varies, renewable
- Deadline: Rolling deadline
- College: [American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York](https://www.collegesref.com/college/american-academy-of-dramatic-arts-new-york-55)
- Official page: https://www.aada.edu/scholarships/
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

Academy Scholarships from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts-New York provide institutional funding to help students cover their educational expenses. This program is available to first-year, second-year, and Academy Company students. All accepted applicants are automatically considered for these awards based on their initial application and audition materials, with decisions delivered alongside their acceptance letters. 

The program is renewable. To maintain the scholarship for a second year, students must meet specific GPA requirements. Company students are also eligible but must reapply to secure their funding. 

While the scholarship evaluation is based on merit, the institution requires all United States citizens and permanent residents to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to be considered for any financial assistance. The financial aid department uses the FAFSA to determine eligibility for additional federal, state, and need-based resources that can supplement the academy scholarship.

## Who can apply

- Education level: Undergraduate
- Year: College 1st year, College 2nd year
- College types: Private college
- Available to first-year, second-year, and Academy Company students. Second-year students must meet GPA requirements to renew, and Company students must reapply.

## How to apply

All accepted applicants are automatically considered for these awards based on their application and audition materials, with decisions provided at the time of acceptance.

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Always confirm amounts, rules and deadlines on the official page before applying.