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New World School of the Arts
DANCE MUSIC THEATER VISUAL ARTS New World School of the Arts promotional video playing in the background.
14–22
Ages
500
Students
1:15
Ratio
1984
Founded
About New World School of the Arts
New World School of the Arts is Florida’s premier center of excellence in the visual and performing arts. As a conservatory, NWSA develops talented students in the areas of dance, music, theatre and visual arts from the ninth grade in high school through a Bachelor of Fine Arts or Bachelor of Music college degrees.
Institution Details
Type
Ages
Students
Ratio
Founded
City
Annual Fee
Performing & Visual Arts School
14–22
500
1:15
1984
Miami, FL
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Contact & Enquiry
nwsa.mdc.edu →
Quote
“Nurturing creativity and excellence, we empower artists to transform the world through the beauty of their craft.”
— New World School of the Arts
Philosophy
How they teach
New World School of the Arts is located at Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus. Miami Dade College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution which does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation or genetic information.
Outcomes
Where students go
A Florida center of excellence in the visual and performing arts, New World School of the Arts opened its doors to the first college class in 1987. Created by the Florida Legislature as a center of excellence in the performing and visual arts, NWSA is an educational partnership of Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Miami Dade College, and the University of Florida.





Our Assessment
How New World School of the Arts performs
Expert Staff
Coaching Credentials
Aspiring artists in the Visual Arts Division have the opportunity to join other exceptionally talented students as they engage in the pursuit of their artistic career in the visual, graphic or digital arts. Mentored by nationally renowned practicing artists, students at NWSA are encouraged to develop a personal, artistic and aesthetic vision while mastering their technical skills in traditional and new media.
Student Care
Student Wellbeing
New World School of the Arts offers a comprehensive counseling program that includes mental health services and academic advising. Peer support groups and workshops foster a strong sense of community and emotional resilience.
Curriculum
Academic Integration
The curriculum at New World School of the Arts includes specialized courses in dance, music, theatre, and visual arts, integrating both theory and practice. Students pursue rigorous training alongside academic studies, leading to a Bachelor of Fine Arts or Bachelor of Music degree.
Achievements
Competitive Pathway
New World School of the Arts visual arts alumni keep close ties with the school and the students at many levels. They are loyal guests at New World Gallery exhibitions, return to the classroom as lecturers and often donate their work to New World School of the Arts to help with fundraising initiatives.
Facilities
Facilities & Resources
New World School of the Arts is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Dance, Music, Theatre, and Art & Design.
Progress
Ongoing Accountability
Student progress is monitored through regular assessments and personalized feedback sessions, ensuring continuous improvement. Parents receive detailed progress reports and are invited to participate in bi-annual parent-teacher conferences.
Admissions &
How to Apply
Choose your degree level and learn more about admissions criteria, required application documents, and the audition, portfolio review, and interview process. If you’re interested in a campus tour for the high school or college before you apply, please visit our Tours page for additional details.
Enquiries Open
Year-round
Application Deadline
Rolling admissions
Annual Fee
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Location
Miami, FL
Website
“Nurturing creativity and excellence, we empower artists to transform the world through the beauty of their craft.”