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KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts

Dallas, Texas Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#2361
Nationally
#132
In Texas
62%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$17,430
Annual Tuition
per year
87
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
50/100
Good
#2361 nationally
#132 in Texas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability59
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth32

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

KD Conservatory College of Film and Dramatic Arts is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Dallas, Texas. With 87 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 62%, the institution is considered moderately selective. Annual tuition is $17,430, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $21,043 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate62%↑ Above avg
National avg: 80%
79
Applied
49
Admitted
33
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$17,430/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$18,047/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$17,430↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$21,043
$30,001 – $48,000$21,178
$48,001 – $75,000$21,043
$75,001 – $110,000$26,440
Student Body
87
Total Undergrads
41% F / 59% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 30%
Hispanic 22%
Black 40%
Asian 3%
Two or more 3%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($17,430/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Small campus environment (87 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $21,043/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationDallas, Texas
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$21,043
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#132
in Texas out of 7+ colleges
#2361
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.