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The New England Conservatory of Music

Boston, MA · Private nonprofit · Large city · Website

The New England Conservatory of Music campus
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Admission rate
41%
Selective
Average net price
$50,840
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
74%
Median earnings
$40,481
10 years after enrolling

Summary

The New England Conservatory of Music is a private nonprofit college in Boston, MA with 393 undergraduates. It admits 41% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $50,840 per year ($45,263 for families earning under $30,000). 74% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $40,481 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
41%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
959
Fall 2023
Admitted
410
Fall 2023
Yield
26%
of admitted students enrolled

What The New England Conservatory of Music looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsRequired
  • Demonstrated competenciesRequired
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$84,200
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$63,410

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$45,263
  • $30–48k$56,911
  • $48–75k$43,577
  • $75–110k$51,447
  • $110k+$52,556

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Outcomes

Graduation rate
74%
Freshman retention
88%
Median earnings
$40,481
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$21,750
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
393
Student–faculty ratio
5:1
Receive Pell grants
11%
  • White33%
  • Hispanic6%
  • Black2%
  • Asian9%

The New England Conservatory of Music FAQ

What is The New England Conservatory of Music's acceptance rate?+

The New England Conservatory of Music admits 41% of applicants, which makes it selective.

Is The New England Conservatory of Music test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to The New England Conservatory of Music?+

In Fall 2023, 959 students applied to The New England Conservatory of Music and 410 were admitted; 105 enrolled.

Does The New England Conservatory of Music consider legacy status?+

No. The New England Conservatory of Music reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does The New England Conservatory of Music require an essay?+

The New England Conservatory of Music reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does The New England Conservatory of Music cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $84,200 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $50,840.

What is The New England Conservatory of Music's graduation rate?+

74% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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