New York Film Academy - Los Angeles
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Intensive on-camera acting training with practical skills focus
•Coursework includes voiceover, Shakespeare, scripted television, and audition technique
•Hands-on scene study, movement, voice, and improvisation work
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
•Located in Burbank, surrounded by major studios including Universal, NBC, Warner Brothers, and Disney
•Collaboration with NYFA filmmaking students on productions
•Industry showcase participation and demo reel development
PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY
•Accelerated 16-month option available
Key Info
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Deadlines
Fall 2026Mar 15, 2026
Summer 2026Apr 1, 2026
Fee
$75
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Fall 2026 Application DeadlineMar 15, 2026
Summer 2026 Application DeadlineApr 1, 2026
Audition Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUES, 60-90 sec each
•One dramatic monologue from a play or screenplay
•One comedic monologue from a play or screenplay
•Must be fully memorized
•Select age-appropriate material that showcases your unique strengths
MATERIAL SELECTION
•Choose pieces you feel an emotional connection to
•Avoid monologues that are overly sexual, profane, violent, or suicidal in nature
•Do not imitate the original actor — show your unique interpretation
•Read the entire play or screenplay before performing the monologue
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Submission Specifications
SELF-TAPE SPECIFICATIONS
•Frame three-quarter length (approximately waist up)
•Record horizontally (landscape orientation)
•Upload each monologue as a separate video
SLATE
•State your name and the title of the piece before performing
•Deliver the slate directly to camera
EYE LINE
•Find a place off-camera to direct your piece
•Do not look into, above, or below the camera
TECHNICAL
•Ensure clear sound and good lighting
•No distracting backgrounds (posters, activity, etc.)
•Wardrobe should not distract — no large logos, hats, or anything hiding your face
PROPS
•Generally avoid props unless they absolutely enhance performance
•Simple everyday items (cell phone, purse, jacket) are acceptable
•Do not smoke, use prop weapons, or mime
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT
•Professional or recent headshot
RESUME
•Performance resume with training and experience
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Apply through the NYFA website
ENROLLMENT
•Rolling admissions with deadlines per term
•Deadline to commit for Fall 2026: June 1, 2026
•FAFSA priority deadline: February 15, 2026
PROGRAM FORMAT
•Two-year, four-semester program
•Optional accelerated 16-month schedule available
•Offered exclusively at the Los Angeles campus
DEFERRAL POLICY
•Accepted students may defer up to one year by paying a $500 deposit plus $500 deferral fee
•Both fees are credited toward first semester tuition
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Auditions may be in-person, virtual (live), or submitted as a self-tape
•Contact joey@nyfa.edu to schedule a virtual or in-person live audition
SELF-TAPE SUBMISSION
•Upload monologues as unlisted YouTube links, Vimeo links with password, or Google Drive shareable links
•Videos must be shareable (not private) — NYFA shares with multiple reviewers
•Paste links into the audition/creative portfolio section of the applicant portal
•Do not delete links after submission
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIP TYPES
•Talent-Based Scholarship — awarded during admissions based on audition evaluation
•Need-Based Scholarship — for students with demonstrated financial need
•Bridge Grant — supports diverse voices in the filmmaker community
•Rising Artist Scholarship — requires teacher or faculty nomination
DISCOUNTS
•15% discount for current SAG members
•15% discount for veterans on non-GI Bill covered portions
Program info updated 2 days ago
Academic School Information
69%
Grad Rate
965
Enrollment
$29,633
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$36,738
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$46,420
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$43,826
Family Income $30k - $48k$42,568
Family Income $48k - $75k$46,575
Family Income $75k - $110k$46,860
Family Income $110k+$52,698
