| Private Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast | Room Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | $1880 | $1700 | $1600 |
| 12 Weeks | $5640 | $5100 | $4800 |
| 20 Weeks | $9400 | $8500 | $8000 |
| 24 Weeks | $11280 | $10200 | $9600 |
| Shared Room | Breakfast & Dinner | Breakfast | Room Only |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Weeks | $1550 | $1400 | $1200 |
| 12 Weeks | $4650 | $4200 | $3600 |
| 20 Weeks | $7750 | $7000 | $6000 |
| 24 Weeks | $9300 | $8400 | $7200 |
The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, located at 120 Madison Avenue in Midtown Manhattan, is the oldest professional acting conservatory in the English-speaking world. Founded in 1884, AADA offers a two-year conservatory program training students in acting for stage, film, and television. The school enrolls students from more than 40 countries, with international students making up around 30 percent of the student body, and issues F-1 student visas to eligible applicants.
Finding housing in New York City as an international student can be one of the most stressful parts of preparing for study abroad. HomestayMatch places AADA students with pre-screened American host families in the New York metro area, giving you a private furnished room, a welcoming home environment, and a reliable base to focus on your training.
Every homestay includes a private bedroom, shared common areas, and access to laundry. Most hosts offer meal plans — breakfast and dinner, breakfast only, or room only — so you can choose the level of support that fits your schedule and budget. All host families are personally reviewed and background-checked before being accepted into our network.
Living with a host family near AADA gives you something Manhattan apartments rarely offer: a quiet, structured home environment. After long days of rehearsal and performance work, having a family home to return to — with meals, a desk for preparation, and people who look out for you — makes a real difference. HomestayMatch hosts are located throughout the New York metro area with access to subway and commuter rail lines connecting to Midtown.
Yes. HomestayMatch places F-1 and J-1 students attending AADA's New York campus with pre-screened American host families throughout the New York metro area. We work with students in both degree programs and short-term summer intensives.
AADA offers The Academy House, a student residence directly adjacent to campus. Availability is limited and requires a minimum eight-month commitment for full-time students, which doesn't suit every schedule or budget. Homestay is a flexible alternative for students who prefer a family environment or need a shorter-term arrangement.
Yes. We work with language programs, performing arts schools, and study abroad groups placing multiple students at a time. Contact our office directly to discuss group placements.
Stays start at four weeks, with flexible extensions available. We accommodate short-term summer program students as well as students staying for a full academic year.