American Conservatory Theater is an institution that specializes in theater, and related fields. The school is located in San Francisco, CA. This school is known for offering aspiring actors less than one year certificate and master's degree in Acting, with more than 440 aspiring actors graduating in the past few years. Student and special services are available at American Conservatory Theater, giving personal and academic assistance for students, which includes:
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
A strong indicator of employment success after graduation is a school's default rate on loans. 2% of students who have graduated from this school have defaulted on their loans.
The last reported accreditation for this school was done by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities. To see more and get consumer disclosures, you can visit act-sf.org.
Programs Offered
The program list below was created by historical graduation information reported by the school. This list may not represent the current curriculum offered. Visit the school's website to get more information about programs offered.
Find more information about available programs offered by American Conservatory Theater by clicking the request information button to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Acting (C, M)
- The tuition charges per year are around $30,240*
- Estimated required fees (in addition to tuition) for this program: $220*
- Part-time per credit hour charges for undergraduates are $460*
- From the last reported year the graduating class was around seventy students
Notes:
*Amounts for tuition, fees, and supplies are an estimate which are calculated based on historical data and should be solely used for informational purposes only.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimates and should be treated as informational tools only, contact the school for official information.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average annual "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $28,400. To calculate a more personalized cost check out their cost calculator here. There is also a $90 application fee for those applying to a program. The school's financial aid department offers additional information regarding types of aid, how to apply and more. Students may contact the school by calling (415) 439-2411. Any tuition and financial aid figures listed provide an outline of costs at this school, however they may not accurately represent current costs, fees, or tuition. Please check with American Conservatory Theater for more information.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Tuition & Fees Information
Undergraduate Courses - Tuition Details
- Annual tuition estimates are between $30,000-$36,000
- Per unit charges are around $510 for part time students
- Required fees: $230
Graduate Courses - Tuition Details
- Annual tuition estimates are between $30,000-$36,000 for graduate students
- Required fees for graduate students are around $230
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $21,170 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 100% | $7,500 |
Other Fashion or Art Schools
The list of nearby schools has been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to American Conservatory Theater.
- KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts in Hawkins, TX (1,477 miles away)
- New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts in Raleigh, NC (2,565 miles away)
- American Academy of Dramatic Arts - New York in New York, NY (2,565 miles away)