AMDA College and Conservatory of the Performing Arts
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Immersive performance-based training for stage, film, and television
•Courses in career preparation, networking, and audition techniques
•Original content creation training included
PRODUCTIONS
•Access to AMDA's Mainstage production opportunities
•Culminates in an original Capstone Production in Los Angeles
•Over 170 productions per year across AMDA
PROGRAM OPTIONS
•Offered on the Los Angeles campus
•Accelerated option allows degree completion in 2.5 years
•WASC-accredited institution
Key Info
Audition Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 2 min each
•One contemporary and one classical, or contrasting Comedy/Drama
•Must be from published plays — no original material
•Must be performed in English
•No props or costumes permitted
MATERIAL SELECTION
•Choose characters you could play today or five years from now
•Contrasting styles: Classic or Contemporary (1950s–current)
•Read the full play and know the playwright's name
•Prepare to answer questions about the play, scene, or character
WHAT TO AVOID
•Material you do not fully understand emotionally or intellectually
•Overt sexual references or excessive profanity
•Portraying victims or perpetrators of violence, addiction, or abuse
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Good to Know
ADMISSIONS
•Rolling admissions — apply anytime
•Must be a junior or senior in high school, or a high school graduate
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
•Completed undergraduate application
•Personal essay
•Letter of recommendation
•Official academic records (transcripts)
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Live audition with an AMDA audition coach — campus, national, or virtual via Zoom
•Video audition option available for those unable to attend live
•Be prepared to articulate why you are auditioning for AMDA and your professional goals
IN THE AUDITION ROOM
•Audition begins from your entrance and continues until you exit
•Present strong, confident posture throughout
•Wait for adjudicator response before leaving the room
•Thank all panelists before exiting
VIDEO AUDITION
•Request video submission form from your Admissions Advisor
•Slate: date, full name, city/country, program, and titles of pieces
•Announce end of submission and restate your name
•Contact: (323) 490-1284 or admissionsteam@amda.edu
Scholarship Info
•Merit-based scholarships up to $25,000 per year
•Automatically considered upon acceptance — no separate application
•AMDA awards over $25 million in scholarships annually
•FAFSA school code: 016082
Program info updated Today
Academic School Information
25%
Admit Rate
71%
Grad Rate
1,502
Enrollment
$26,975
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$45,560
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$41,019
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$25,066
Family Income $30k - $48k$26,795
Family Income $48k - $75k$44,219
Family Income $75k - $110k$50,833
Family Income $110k+$57,747
