Foundation Program & Acting Workshops
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Rolling Admissions Apply any time — no waiting for the next cycle |
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Scholarships Available Merit awards up to $3,000 — apply alongside your application |
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Virtual Auditions Can’t come to NYC? Audition from anywhere in the world |
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Fast Decisions Admission status within 15 business days of your audition |
Requirements are different — find your track below.
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Year-Long Program Foundation ProgramActing, Musical Performance, Voice & Diction, and Dance — a full conservatory-style training program. Requires an audition and application materials.
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4, 8 or 12-Week Workshops Acting WorkshopsActing for Stage, Film & TV with Karina Arroyave. Saturday-only schedule. No audition required — register directly online.
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Submit Application Complete the online form and upload your materials. A non-refundable application fee applies. |
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Schedule Audition Our team contacts you to arrange your audition — in-person or virtual, held year-round. |
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Audition with Faculty Prepare a monologue, song, or dance piece (2 minutes max). Virtual submissions to audition@thenypaa.org. |
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Receive Your Decision You’ll hear within 15 business days of your audition. Scholarship applicants are reviewed concurrently. |
We welcome applicants of all backgrounds who demonstrate:
Letters of recommendation can come from teachers, acting coaches, directors, employers, or mentors who can speak to your commitment and creative potential — they do not need to be performing arts professionals.
Payment Information: Application fees are non-refundable. Application fees and tuition can be paid via cash, credit/debit card, or money order.
Financial support is available — don’t let cost be the reason you don’t apply.
Merit Scholarship
Up to $3,000
Awarded to students demonstrating exceptional talent and potential, as determined through application review and audition performance. Partial scholarships available.
M2 Gives — Need-Based Grant
Up to $500
Available to students demonstrating financial necessity. Requires tax documents or proof of government financial assistance.
Full Scholarship
Full Tuition Award
Granted by the Academy’s Executive Director. Recipients cover the registration fee and a $750.00 administrative charge only.
🎭 Monologue
Select a monologue that showcases your strengths. Should be age-appropriate and no longer than 2 minutes.
🎵 Song
Choose a song that highlights your vocal talent and personal style. No longer than 2 minutes.
🌎 Virtual Auditions
Applicants outside 90 miles of NYC can submit video auditions to audition@thenypaa.org. Auditions are held year-round — in-person or virtual.
When a program reaches capacity, a waitlist is established. Applicants on the waitlist are notified as soon as a spot opens. Those not accepted from the waitlist receive notification at least 30 days before the program begins.
Housing options in NYC are available for NYPAA students through a third-party provider. Learn more about student housing →
Questions? Our admissions team is here to help every step of the way.
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