Atlantic Acting School offers a limited number of tuition scholarships for select incoming students. When applying, students will be assessed for scholarship eligibility based on their merit, overall promise, and financial need. Must be 18+ to apply.
A full-tuition scholarship for both our full-time and evening conservatories.
The Practical Aesthetics Scholarship is Atlantic’s annual early action scholarship for each of our two professional conservatory programs: the Certificate Program- 2 years: Acting (Full-Time) and Evening Conservatories. Candidates are considered based on merit and need demonstrated by the overall strength of their audition and application. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Admissions office at Atlantic Acting School.
One Practical Aesthetics full-tuition scholarship recipient will be selected for each Conservatory program.
Multiple merit tuition scholarships ranging from $500 to $4000 are awarded during the Early Action period making it an excellent time to apply.
Practical Aesthetics Scholarship applications will be accepted annually in the fall. Must be a new student to apply.
Applications for 2025 closed for matriculation.
Applications for 2026 will open October 1, 2025.
Partial scholarships for our two-year Certificate Program: Acting (Full-Time) and Evening Conservatories are listed below.
This acting scholarship is open to both domestic and international students who demonstrate not only artistic promise through their auditions but also a profound commitment to rigorous conservatory training. The Faith L. Pepe Scholarship provides a $5,000 tuition scholarship for the first year of training and an additional $5,000 for the second year, helping alleviate the programmatic costs associated with a conservatory education.
At Atlantic Acting School, we are deeply committed to fostering the next generation of actors, believing that artistic potential should never be hindered by financial barriers. The Faith L. Pepe Scholarship, established for our Certificate Program: 2 Years in Acting, exemplifies our dedication to supporting promising talent by offering vital financial aid to students in need.
Each year, one deserving recipient will be selected based on both merit and financial need. We encourage students who show extraordinary potential and a passion for the craft to apply for this scholarship. Atlantic Acting School strives to offer a transformative experience for all students, and through scholarships like the Faith L. Pepe Scholarship, we aim to ensure that financial circumstances do not stand in the way of exceptional talent. By supporting emerging artists, we are nurturing the future of our creative community.
Applications for 2025 closed for matriculation.
Applications will open in January 2026.
Open to Domestic and International students, this acting scholarship seeks to support the programmatic costs of dedicated emerging artists as they engage in rigorous conservatory training at Atlantic. Awarded to Certificate Program- 2 years: Acting students based on merit and need, this scholarship offers a $5,000 tuition scholarship for the First year of training and $5,000 for the Second year of training. Two recipients are selected per year.
All applicants will be considered automatically for this award during the admissions process.
Applicable to either our Certificate Program- 2 years: Acting or Evening Conservatory programs: the New Voices Scholarship is for domestic applicants and the Global Perspectives Scholarship is for international applicants.
Both New Voices and Global Perspectives offer $2,000 of tuition scholarship for each year a student is enrolled. This is a unique opportunity to put your most creative personal self forward in a video submission format. We want to hear your story.
Must be a new applicant to apply.
Applications for 2025 are Now Open!
Program Application Due Date: May 1, 2025
Applications for 2026 open in January, check programs for specific deadlines.
A full-tuition scholarship for our Summer Intensive.
Atlantic Acting School is pleased to announce the Resident Artist Scholarship, a new acting scholarship initiative awarded to an artist looking to continue and build upon their training at our six-week Summer Intensive. During this application period, one full tuition scholarship will be awarded. Select honorable mention awards will receive $200 of tuition scholarship. Immerse yourself in a lifelong artistic community while gaining a working and rigorous understanding of the Atlantic Technique, Practical Aesthetics.
In a two-minute video, please demonstrate how you hope Atlantic’s training will help you to further your career at this particular moment. What are you looking for? Why now? We also require a resume or CV demonstrating past work and your level of training. Be creative!
Applications for 2025 closed for matriculation.
Applications for 2026 will open on October 1, 2025.
Atlantic Acting School participates in the Federal Student Aid program through the U.S. Department of Education. Eligible students enrolled in our two-year Certificate Program can apply for federal financial aid by completing the FAFSA using our school code: 042903.
Federal financial aid helps cover tuition and related costs for aspiring actors pursuing professional training. Click below to learn more about the application process and connect with our admissions team with any questions.
Atlantic Acting School is proud to welcome international students who are passionate about pursuing professional training in acting. Our programs offer a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a rigorous, world-class curriculum, guided by industry experts, in the heart of New York City. Whether you’re beginning your journey or seeking advanced training, we are dedicated to helping you develop your craft and achieve your artistic aspirations on a global stage.
We offer an F-1 Visa to international students in our Certificate Program 2 Years: Acting only.
To be considered for scholarships at Atlantic Acting School, students must apply and be accepted into an eligible training program. Scholarships are awarded by the Office of Admissions and may not be deferred or used for other programs.
Students must remain in good academic standing, follow all school policies, and meet attendance and evaluation requirements. Withdrawal or dismissal before the program ends will result in forfeiture of the scholarship.
Scholarships apply to tuition only and are not offered as cash awards. For full scholarship details, click below to contact our admissions team.