by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current tuition and fee figures for Theatre of Arts, and how those costs compare to other schools over time.
Most-recent tuition and fees at Theatre of Arts ran $21,830 annually for undergraduate students. Note that the school does not charge a different rate for in-state students.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $21,830 |
| Fees | $0 |
| Total | $21,830 |
The amounts shown cover one academic year and leave out room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that reduce the amount they actually pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much will Theatre of Arts cost if you attend part time? Check the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For perspective, here is how Theatre of Arts prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In CA | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Theatre of Arts is fairly typical on price.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Check the Theatre of Arts Financial Aid page for details.
Here’s how tuition at Theatre of Arts has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $20,790 |
| Two Years Ago | $20,790 |
| One Year Ago | $21,830 |
| Most Recent Year | $21,830 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at TOA has shifted across recent years.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so plan for the cost in later years to exceed today’s posted rate.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
On average, tuition and fees climbed each year by about 1.63%, so a year from now students could pay around $22,186.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|
| Next Year | $22,186 |
| In 2 Years | $22,548 |
| In 3 Years | $22,916 |
| In 4 Years | $23,290 |
| In 5 Years | $23,670 |
Budgeting for four years rather than one is the safer way to plan — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $90,940.
Tuition is just the starting figure — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For details on financial aid availability at Theatre of Arts, visit the Theatre of Arts Financial Aid page.
