The American Academy of Dramatic Arts is a non-profit educational institution chartered by the Board of Regents of the University of the State of New York. Academy credits are transferable to colleges throughout the United States. The numbers depend upon the amount earned, the student's choice of college, entry requirements and the desired degree.
New York Accreditation
The Academy's Professional Training Program, which leads to the Degree of Associate in Occupational Studies, is registered by the
New York State Educational Department. The Academy in New York is accredited by the
New York State Board of Regents and Commissioner of Education, 89 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12234, 518-474-1861 and
Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104, 215-662-5606. The
Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the
U.S. Secretary of Education and the Commission on Recognition of Postsecondary Accreditation. The
National Association of Schools of Theatre, 11230 Roger Bacon Drive, Reston, VA 22090, 703-437-0700, an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the
U.S. Secretary of Education, accredits both campuses of the Academy.
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