The New England Conservatory of Music

Overview

The New England Conservatory of Music, located in Boston, Massachusetts, offers a distinctive educational experience in a city renowned for its cultural richness. Established in 1867, it is one of the oldest independent schools of music in the United States. The campus exudes an atmosphere of artistic vibrancy, set amid the historic backdrop of the Boston Fenway area, and is noted for its Romanesque architecture, which includes the celebrated Jordan Hall, a National Historic Landmark with renowned acoustics. The Conservatory provides rigorous musical training with a highly selective admissions process and is renowned for programs in classical, jazz, and contemporary improvisation. While primarily a conservatory for music, it also offers a range of college-level degrees, including Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Musical Arts, in addition to Graduate Diploma and Undergraduate Diploma programs. On-campus housing is available, subject to capacity, promoting an immersive educational experience. Notable for its focus on performance and composition, the New England Conservatory of Music does not have an emphasis on athletics, preferring instead to concentrate on developing the artistic talents of its students within the conservatory setting.

In the most recent statistical year 815 prospective students applied, and 306 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 48 enrolled in the school.  749 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 47 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $54,210 plus fees of $1,700.