Veteran's Benefits
At the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, we are proud to support our nation’s veterans, active-duty service members, and their families in achieving their educational goals.
Veterans and their families are eligible for a variety of benefits
Our Veteran’s Benefits page provides comprehensive information on how eligible students can utilize their military benefits to fund their education, including GI Bill® benefits, tuition assistance, and other military-affiliated financial aid programs.
We are committed to helping you navigate the application process, understand your benefits, and maximize your funding opportunities. Whether you’re a first-time student, transferring credits, or returning to school, our dedicated staff is here to assist you every step of the way.
If you have any questions, our Veteran’s Benefits team is ready to provide personalized support to ensure a smooth transition into your academic journey.
Tuition Rates
Film and Television Acting Program 62 credits = $1,174 per credit hour
New Media for Actors 63 credits = $1,155 per credit hour
Musical Theater Performance Program 69 credits = $1,055 per credit hour
Theater Performance 65 credits = $1,120 per credit hour
Yellow Ribbon Program
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Yellow Ribbon Program
The Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program (Yellow Ribbon Program) is a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008. It can help pay for up to 100% of a student’s out-of-pocket tuition and education-related expenses that exceed the Post-9/11 GI Bill® tuition benefit. NYCDA is offering up to 50 of these awards in 2019-2020, which can reach up to $16,000 per student.
All students seeking the Post-9/11 GI Bill® should complete VA Form 22-1990 and submitting it to the Department of Veterans Affairs for processing. Click here for more information.
Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (Chapter 30)
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Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (Chapter 30)
This program covers up to 36 months of education benefits for degree or certificate programs, payable for up to 10 years after active duty release. Click here for more information.
Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Chapter 30)
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Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Chapter 30)
This program also covers up to 36 months of education benefits, payable for up to 10 years after active duty release from the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard Reserves. Click here for more information.
Veterans Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 32)
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Veterans Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 32)
Veterans who saw active duty between January 1, 1977 and June 30, 1985 may find additional assistance in this program. Click here for more information.
Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
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Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
There are also education benefits specifically designated for the eligible spouses and children of veterans who are permanently disabled, deceased, missing in action, detained, or interned in the line of duty. Click here for more information.
Veteran Readiness And Employment (Chapter 31)
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Veteran Readiness And Employment (Chapter 31)
If you have a service-connected disability that limits your ability to work or prevents you from working, Veteran Readiness and Employment can help. Click here for more information.
Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
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Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
If you’ve served on active duty after September 10, 2001, you may qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33). Find out if you can get this education benefit. Click here for more information.