KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person Only
Moderately Selective
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Intensive 15-month conservatory program (71 credit hours, 4 semesters)
•Triple-threat training in singing, dancing, and acting
•Four semesters of ballet plus jazz and tap training
•Sight singing, ear training, and choral harmony development
•All instructors are working entertainment industry professionals
SHOWCASE & CAREER
•Full-length musical production in 4th semester
•Industry Showcase for agents, casting directors, producers, and theatre owners
•NAST-accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Clinton Greenspan — Broadway's Aladdin (title role) and national tour
•Demi Lovato — Disney Channel, singer/actor
•Selena Gomez — Disney Channel, singer/actor
Key Info
Audition Requirements
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
•High school diploma, transcript, or GED certificate
•Photo of yourself (uploaded with application)
•Essay: Why you want to study Musical Theatre and your top five life goals
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Apply online at the KD Conservatory website
ENROLLMENT
•Rolling admissions — students may indicate preferred start date on application
•Full-time program — classes 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
•Associate of Applied Arts degree awarded upon completion
TRANSFER CREDIT
•Previous postsecondary credits may be accepted at the Director’s discretion
•Minimum grade of C required in transferred courses
•Tuition pro-rated for accepted transfer credits
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Contact KD Conservatory or fill out the online inquiry form
•An Admissions Representative will schedule a facility tour
•Audition/interview with the Musical Theatre Department Chair
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
•Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED
CONTACT
•Phone: 214-638-0484
Scholarship Info
PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Periodically available based on merit
•Requires 250-word essay
•Two letters of recommendation required
•Official academic transcripts required
•Interview/audition with the Director or designee required
•Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment in good standing
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Academic School Information
68%
Admit Rate
75%
Grad Rate
70
Enrollment
$30,187
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$20,521
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$24,783
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$23,268
Family Income $30k - $48k$27,055
