C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
54/100 · earnings-weighted

Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 New York City, New York 10022
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater campus, New York City, NY
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater campus, New York City, NY. Photo: Jim.henderson, CC0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%
Outcomes
B+
80/100
Affordability
F
25/100
Resources
C+
63/100
Experience
C
53/100
Prestige
C
40/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

71
Total Enrollment
100%
Graduation Rate
60%
Retention Rate
7.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
71%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$29,382
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
44.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
16.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 33rd percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (NY wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$10,492————$12,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,180,192
  • Avg rent near campus: $5,146/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10017 (4.5% cap, New York)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $17,900 $17,900

Financial Aid

40%
Receive Any Aid
20%
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Dramatic/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft, Other 23 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater's top programs commonly pursue.

Producers and directors
$83k/yr 167,000 jobs
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 122,800 jobs
Costume attendants
$55k/yr 6,700 jobs
Actors
57,000 jobs
Entertainers and performers, sports and related workers, all other
35,800 jobs

Student Demographics

71
Total Students
54%
Women
56%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 32%
Hispanic 24%
Black 13%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 23%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 56%
25-64 (Adult) 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater?
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater has an acceptance rate of 71%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater?
Tuition at Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater is $17,900 for in-state students and $17,900 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater?
The graduation rate at Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater a good school?
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater?
Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theater has a total enrollment of 71 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology