Douglas Olsen
The Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) is a prestigious drama school in the UK. For international students, the tuition fee is $49,734 CAD per year, while for UK students, it is $16,578 CAD per year. RADA offers places based on talent and potential, not financial situation. However, students are expected to understand how they will pay for their tuition and living costs and whether they will need financial assistance. RADA's Student and Academic Services team provides advice and support on paying fees, applying for student loans, and RADA scholarships. Around 60% of undergraduate students receive some financial support from RADA. International students are required to pay the full cost of their fees and living costs upfront and must provide evidence of sufficient funding for at least the first year of their course.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Student status | Depends on residency requirements set by the Office for Students, a UK government body |
| Home student requirements | Settled in the UK with no immigration restriction on the length of stay; ordinarily resident in the UK for three years before the first day of the academic year; main reason for being in the UK was not full-time education |
| International student fees | International students are required to pay the full cost of their fees and living costs |
| UK student fees | New to higher education UK students can apply for a student loan for tuition fees and living costs |
| Scholarship opportunities | RADA scholarships, D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust, Boris Karloff Foundation, Clothworkers’ Foundation |
| Competitive awards | Named scholarships which students are invited to interview/audition for |
| Postgraduate Master's loan | Maximum of £12,167, not based on income |
| Visa costs | International students will need to pay for visa costs |
| Laptops and other equipment | Costs are likely to be in the region of £550 and upwards |
| Other material costs | Approximately £300 |
| International student tuition fee | $49,734CAD per year |
| UK student tuition fee | $16,578CAD per year |
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Student loans
RADA, or the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, offers places based on talent and potential, not financial situation. However, students are expected to understand how they will pay for their studies and whether they will need financial assistance.
RADA is not currently eligible to administer US Federal Loans. However, undergraduate students can apply for a student loan for their tuition fees and living costs. These tuition fee loans are not means-tested and are paid directly to RADA, meaning that students do not have to pay any fees upfront for their course. Students may also be able to take out a maintenance loan to support their studies, which is means-tested and dependent on living arrangements.
US students studying abroad may be eligible for federal student loans. However, if studying at an international school, they will not be eligible for federal grant aid such as the Pell Grant. Students should first research and apply for scholarships, financial aid from their school, and seek money from other sources, including family funds. After these options have been exhausted, international student loans can fill the funding gap. These loans are flexible and can offer loan amounts high enough to pay for an entire education, with extended repayment terms and reasonable interest rates. However, private student loans should be a last resort, as they are one of the riskiest ways to cover college costs due to typically not including the same benefits and protections as federal student loans.
Most international students applying for loans must have a US co-signer, who is legally obligated to repay the loan if the borrower fails to pay. The co-signer must be a permanent US resident with good credit who has lived in the US for the past two years. Interest rates for international students are computed using a benchmark rate (Prime Rate or SOFR) plus an extra percentage dependent on the creditworthiness of the borrower or their co-signer. Repayment terms vary depending on the loan option chosen, with repayment periods generally ranging from 10-25 years.
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RADA scholarships
RADA offers scholarships and has links with external scholarship schemes such as the D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust, Boris Karloff Foundation, or Clothworkers' Foundation. Around 60% of undergraduate students receive some financial support from RADA.
RADA offers places based on talent and potential, not financial situation. However, students must understand how they will pay for their place and whether they will need financial assistance. RADA's Student and Academic Services team provides advice and support on paying fees, applying for student loans, and RADA scholarships.
RADA is a higher education provider, meaning that its courses cost the same as most UK university courses and have the same access to student loans. Undergraduates can apply for a student loan for tuition fees and living costs. Tuition fee loans are not means-tested and are paid directly to RADA, meaning that no upfront payment is required. Students may also be able to take out a maintenance loan for living costs, which is means-tested and paid directly to the student.
International students are required to pay the full cost of their fees and living costs upfront and provide evidence of sufficient funding for at least the first year of their course. They must also pay for visa costs. International students coming to RADA on a full-time course of more than six months will require a Student Visa. RADA does not usually offer scholarships to international students from outside the UK.
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External scholarships
RADA offers a number of scholarships and bursaries to students. Students are invited to apply for a scholarship once they have been offered a place. RADA prioritises students from low-income backgrounds and underrepresented groups when allocating financial support. There is also a specific annual financial award of £4,000 per year for students who are care leavers or 'estranged'.
International students, including American students, are required to pay the full cost of their fees and living costs. They must also pay for visa costs and provide evidence of sufficient funding for at least the first year of their course. International students are also asked to pay a £3000 deposit when accepting a place offer.
RADA courses are not eligible for US Federal Loans. However, RADA is a Registered Provider with the Office for Students, meaning that Home (UK) students are eligible for financial support from the Student Loans Company. Undergraduates can apply for a student loan for tuition fees and living costs.
RADA's website also provides the following advice for international students:
> If you are moving to London from overseas, we can help you throughout your application process and when you arrive, with advice on visa applications, funding your training, and settling into life in London.
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Postgraduate loans
RADA (Royal Academy of Dramatic Art) is a drama school in London, England, which provides vocational conservatoire training for theatre, film, television, and radio. RADA offers a number of foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate courses.
RADA is a Registered Provider with the Office for Students, and applications are made directly to them. This means that Home (UK) students on RADA courses are eligible for financial support from the Student Loans Company. UK students can apply for a postgraduate Master's loan of up to £12,167, which is not based on income. This loan can be used to pay tuition fees or living costs. However, it is important to note that the maximum amount does not cover the full cost of the course, and students will be expected to cover the balance.
International students attending RADA are required to pay the full cost of their fees and living costs. They must provide evidence of sufficient funding for at least the first year of their course and may be required to submit this proof to UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) when applying for a study visa. International students will also need to pay for visa costs.
RADA offers scholarships and bursaries, and students are invited to apply for a scholarship once they have been offered a place. However, priority is given to low-income undergraduate students who are studying in higher education for the first time and come from underrepresented groups. Unfortunately, RADA is not currently able to offer scholarships for its MA and postgraduate programmes.
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Visa costs
As an American student, you will be classed as an international student at RADA and will be liable for international fees. International students coming to RADA on a full-time course of more than six months will require a Student Visa. You must have this before coming to the UK to start your course—without the visa, you will not be allowed to enter the UK.
To obtain a visa, you will need to provide evidence that you have a place at RADA and that you have sufficient funds to support yourself in the UK. You may also be required to submit proof of funding to UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI).
International students will need to pay for visa costs, but the exact amount is not specified. For more information, you should visit the UK Visas & Immigration website or download RADA's Visa Guidance document.
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Frequently asked questions
For international students, the tuition fee is $49,734 CAD per year. International students are required to pay the full cost of their fees and living expenses.
RADA does not usually offer scholarships to international students from outside the UK. However, around 60% of undergraduate students receive some financial support from RADA. RADA also has links with external scholarship schemes such as the D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust, Boris Karloff Foundation, and Clothworkers' Foundation.
To qualify as a 'Home' student, you must meet the following criteria:
- Settled in the UK with no immigration restrictions on the length of your stay
- Ordinarily resident in the UK for the full three years before the first day of the academic year
- The main reason for being in the UK was not full-time education
