There are additional costs associated with college other than tuition. Find out below exactly how much you will be spending to attend American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles.
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This school prices housing and dining separately. The on-campus housing cost for a typical student was $13,455 in 2026, and the cost of a typical dining plan was $1,400. All told, the average on-campus student at American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles spent approximately $18,425 in 2026 across housing, dining, books and other living expenses.
Discover housing costs for both on-campus and off-campus, as well as meals and other expenses at American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles.
| Expense | On Campus | Off Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Room and Board | $16,455 | $16,455 |
| — Housing | $13,455 | |
| — Meals | $1,400 | |
| Other Living Expenses | $1,400 | $5,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $570 | $570 |
| Total | $18,425 | $22,825 |
Room and board is a moving target: it tends to creep up every year you are enrolled. Looking at the trend gives you a realistic picture of what you will actually spend by graduation.
At the projected rate, four years of on-campus living costs would total roughly $77,643 by the time you graduate.
This is how on-campus room and board has tracked over the last few years, plus a forward projection, at American Academy of Dramatic Arts-Los Angeles.
| Year | Room & Board |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $15,375 |
| Two Years Ago | $15,735 |
| One Year Ago | $16,095 |
| Most Recent Year (2026) | $16,455 |
| One Year From Now * | $16,840 |
| Two Years From Now * | $17,234 |
| Three Years From Now * | $17,638 |
| Four Years From Now * | $18,051 |
* estimated
Room and board changed an average of 2.3% annually. Based on current trends, incoming freshmen can expect to pay about $18,810 for their first year on campus.
At this pace, a senior would spend approximately $20,021 for a bachelor’s degree, while a two-year (associate) student would pay around $19,204 by the end of a two-year program.
For a full bachelor’s degree, expect to spend a total of around $77,643 for a four-year degree, versus about $38,014 over a two-year associate program.
Expect modest annual increases in room and board, and factor that growth into your long-term budget.
For details on living on campus, including capacity, see the table below.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| On-Campus Room Capacity (Per Occupant) | 148 |
| Offers On-Campus Housing | Yes |
| Offers a Meal Plan | Yes |