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Theatre of Arts

Type 2 year, Private
Business Model For Profit
Campus locale City: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate
Calendar system Trimester
Student body size Small
Student to faculty ratio 3 to 1
Acceptance rate 100%
Students retention rate 57%
On-time graduation rate 100%

Located in Hollywood, California, TOA is a private, for profit institution that offers undergraduate degrees. The college follows a trimester-based calendar system, dividing the academic year into three terms. This system offers students the opportunity to progress at an accelerated pace, allowing for more intensive coursework and faster programs completion.

One of the notable aspects of Theatre of Arts is its open admission policy. This means that all high school graduates and individuals who hold a GED qualification are eligible to apply for admission. This inclusive approach allows a wide range of students to pursue their higher education goals, regardless of their academic background.

The acceptance rate of 100% indicates that TOA is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Theatre of Arts is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 3-to-1, TOA emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The retention rate of students at TOA is 57% , which is lower than both the state and national averages. The state average retention rate in California is 85%, while the national average is 67%. This indicates that a significant proportion of students who enroll at TOA do not continue their studies after the first year.


  • Accredited by: National Association of Schools of Theatre

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2019 admitted students

100%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$20,811

Cost of attendance at Theatre of Arts in 2022 for students from California.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 2 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $6,749
National average $15,344

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$20,811

Cost of attendance at Theatre of Arts in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 2 year For Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

California's average $20,840
National average $15,344

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Theatre of Arts received on average $7,227 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$7,227
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 6 86% $5,534 $33,202
Other Federal Grant 7 100% $6,240 $43,678
State Grant/Scholarships 0 0% - -
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 3 43% $2,303 $6,910
Total Grant & Scholarships 7 100% $7,227 $50,588

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Theatre of Arts students who enrolled in 2018 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Theatre of Arts students is 100.0%. Female students graduated at a rate of 100.0%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 100.0%.

100.0%

  • white 100.0% 4 students

Service Offerings

Theatre of Arts provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career counseling services

Educational Offerings

Theatre of Arts offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Occupational