2025/26 Season — Tuition & Fees
Below are the details for the upcoming 2025/26 season at The New York Performing Arts Academy. Please review the registration fees, tuition costs, and payment due dates for each program.
| SEASON | PROGRAM | REGISTRATION FEE | TUITION | TUITION DUE DATE |
| Fall 2025 | The NYPAA Foundation | $25.00 | $7,200.00 | 07/01/2025 |
| Spring 2026 | The NYPAA Foundation | $25.00 | $7,200.00 | 11/01/2025 |
| Summer 2026 | The NYPAA Experience | Waived | $3,950.00 | 05/01/2026 |
| Fall 2026 | The NYPAA Foundation | $25.00 | $8,000.00** | 07/01/2026 |
| Fall 2026 | The Conservatory @ The NYPAA | $25.00 | $15,000.00 | 07/01/2026 |
| Fall 2026 | The Acting Conservatory: Film/TV | $25.00 | $10,000.00 | 07/01/2026 |
| Fall 2026 | The Musical Theatre Conservatory | $25.00 | $10,000.00 | 07/01/2026 |
| Fall 2026 | The Dance Conservatory | $25.00 | $5,000.00 | 07/01/2026 |
NOTE: Starting Fall 2026, tuition has increased to reflect the addition of a weekly Faculty Mentorship Practicum — personalized one-on-one sessions designed to track progress, set goals, and accelerate student success. This enhancement elevates the overall experience and aligns with The NYPAA’s commitment to professional-level training and results.
Scholarship Fees
For students applying for scholarships, the following fees apply for the 2025/26 season:
| Season | Program | Scholarship Type | Scholarship Admin Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2025 | The NYPAA Foundation | Partial Full |
$195.00 ¹ $750.00 ² |
| Spring 2026 | The NYPAA Foundation | Partial Full |
$195.00 ¹ $750.00 ² |
| Fall 2026 | The NYPAA Foundation | Partial Full |
$195.00 ¹ $750.00 ² |
| Fall 2026 | The Conservatory @ The NYPAA (All Tracks) |
Partial Full |
$295.00 ¹ $1,500.00 ² |
🔎 Important Notes:
¹ Partial Scholarship Admin Fee
The Senior Director of Enrollment and Executive Director may waive the partial scholarship fee based on documented financial need and demonstrated exceptional talent. This policy ensures access for qualified students without compromising program quality.
² Full Scholarship Admin Fee
The administrative fee for full scholarship recipients is mandatory and non-waivable. It covers core administrative and enrollment costs tied to managing scholarship awards, maintaining the sustainability and integrity of our offerings.
Why Scholarship Fees Exist
Our scholarship program is designed to remove tuition barriers without compromising the high-quality instruction, personalized mentorship, and support systems that make The NYPAA a leader in professional performing arts training.
These modest administrative fees allow us to continue offering generous scholarship awards to the most talented and deserving students — while preserving the full value of a NYPAA education.