VANDERCOOK COLLEGE OF MUSIC (VCM)
- 3140 S. Federal St.
- Chicago, IL 60616
- OPEID College Code: 00177800
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- General Phone: (312) 225-6288
- President: Charles T. Menghini
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 403
- College Alias: VCM
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Vandercook College of Music - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Website
- www.vandercook.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of VanderCook College of Music is to enrich the lives of present and future generations through the preparation of teachers in instrumental, choral, and general music disciplines. Our broad-based curriculum is designed to prepare teachers with strong character, skill in the process of teaching, and respect for the essential role of music in our culture.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
Vandercook College of Music Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2008
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Recommended
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
- Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 33 | 21 | 54 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 25 (76%) | 21 (100%) | 46 (85%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 15 (60%) | 16 (76%) | 31 (67%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2008
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 5 | 16% |
| ACT ® Exam | 26 | 84% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2008
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 520 | 540 |
| SAT ® Math | 390 | 550 |
| SAT ® Writing | 430 | 670 |
| ACT ® Composite | 19 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 27 |
| ACT ® Math | 17 | 24 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 100%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 97% | 74% | 71% | 100% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,595 | $4,600 | $5,427 | $2,948 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 8.3% | - | 8.6% |
| Number in Default | 3 | - | 4 |
| Number in Repayment | 36 | 38 | 46 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $21,360 | $20,140 | $18,800 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $21,360 | $20,140 | $18,800 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $21,360 | $20,140 | $18,800 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,700 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,940 | $9,451 | $8,830 |
| Other Expenses | $2,310 | $2,200 | $2,000 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
| Other Expenses | $3,049 | $2,904 | $2,640 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,049 | $2,904 | $2,640 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $35,310 | $33,491 | $31,330 |
| In-State | $35,310 | $33,491 | $31,330 |
| Out of State | $35,310 | $33,491 | $31,330 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $33,109 | $31,744 | $30,140 |
| In-State | $33,109 | $31,744 | $30,140 |
| Out of State | $33,109 | $31,744 | $30,140 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $26,109 | $24,744 | $23,140 |
| In-State | $26,109 | $24,744 | $23,140 |
| Out of State | $26,109 | $24,744 | $23,140 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
| Bachelor | Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Education | ||
| Music Teacher Education Degree | 21 | 89 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 403 Undergraduate: 175 Graduate: 228
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 192 Female: 211
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 101 Female: 74
- Graduate Gender Male: 91 Female: 137
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 155 Part-Time: 248
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 135 Part-Time: 40
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 20 Part-Time: 208
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 6 | 1% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 186 | 46% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 3 | 0.7% |
| Ages 18-19 | 60 | 15% |
| Ages 20-21 | 48 | 12% |
| Ages 22-24 | 39 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 64 | 16% |
| Ages 30-34 | 32 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 28 | 7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 42 | 10% |
| Ages 50-65 | 52 | 13% |
| Age Unknown | 35 | 9% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Faculty Status | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Graduate Assistants | 4 | - | 4 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 39 | 13 | 26 |
| Primarily Instruction | 38 | 12 | 26 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 1 | 1 | - |
| Other Professionals | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 2 | - | 2 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $62,077 (13) | $62,600 (5) | $61,750 (8) |
| Professor | $90,000 (1) | - (-) | $90,000 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $73,400 (5) | $70,333 (3) | $78,000 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,000 (7) | $51,000 (2) | $49,600 (5) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $50,791 (13) | $51,219 (5) | $50,524 (8) |
| Professor | $73,638 (1) | - (-) | $73,638 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $60,056 (5) | $57,547 (3) | $63,820 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $40,910 (7) | $41,728 (2) | $40,583 (5) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 94%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 63% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 56% |
| Female | 70% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 42% |
| 5 Years | 58% |
| 6 Years | 63% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Drug Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 10 | 5 |
| On Campus | ||
| Robbery | - | 1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | 1 |
| Burglary | 10 | 5 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
