Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit2-year

Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater

New York City, New York Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3758
Nationally
#276
In New York
71%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$17,900
Annual Tuition
per year
71
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
42/100
Average
#3758 nationally
#276 in New York
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability39
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth31

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater is a private nonprofit two-year community college located in New York City, New York. With 71 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 71%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $17,900, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $31,089 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate71%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
17
Applied
12
Admitted
10
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$17,900/yr
Room & Board$400/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$18,800/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$17,900↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$31,089
$30,001 – $48,000$32,823
$48,001 – $75,000$34,914
Over $110,000$37,159
Student Body
71
Total Undergrads
54% F / 46% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 32%
Hispanic 24%
Black 13%
Asian 4%
Two or more 4%
International 23%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($17,900/yr) is well below the national average for private nonprofit colleges
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $400/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (71 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $31,089/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationNew York City, New York
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$31,089
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#276
in New York out of 7+ colleges
#3758
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.