Students attend The Ailey School in New York, NY, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Ailey School degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school is known for its programs in drama and performing arts.
The Ailey School is selective and does not offer open admission. One sign of prestige is that the school only let in 33% of those who applied in 2007-2008.
There are 77 students at The Ailey School (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
The Ailey School
405 W 55th Street
New York, NY 10019-4402
General Phone: (212) 405-9008
http://www.alvinailey.org
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Drama and Performing Arts | 0 | dance |
Number of programs and degrees for The Ailey School in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 1 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, The Ailey School had a total enrollment of 77 students (79 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 15% |
| Women | 85% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 39% |
| Black | 25% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 4% |
| Unknown | 5% |
| (Foreign Students) | 24% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 35% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 29% |
| 25-29 | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| (International Students) | 14% |
| Michigan | 14% |
| Louisiana | 14% |
| Georgia | 14% |
| New York | 14% |
| Florida | 14% |
| New Jersey | 14% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 23 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of New York, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 463 | 155 | 33% | 75 | 48% |
| Men | 98 | 42 | 43% | 11 | 26% |
| Women | 365 | 113 | 31% | 64 | 57% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | not required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 9,812 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 9,812 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
The Ailey School participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2171900)
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The Ailey School Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus library
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