BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC
- 1140 Boylston St
- Boston, MA 02215
- OPEID College Code: 00212600
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- General Phone: (617) 747-2222
- President: Roger H. Brown
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Bachelor's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 4,145
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Berklee College of Music - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.berklee.edu
- Mission Statement
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Accreditation
- New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Commission on Institutions of Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Special Focus Institutions--Schools of Art, Music, and Design
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
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- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $150.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Recommended
- TOEFL Recommended
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 2,702 | 934 | 3,636 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 1,105 (41%) | 440 (47%) | 1,545 (42%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 631 (57%) | 245 (56%) | 876 (57%) |
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.
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 74%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 57% | 19% | 8% | 52% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $14,042 | $5,475 | $462 | $10,818 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.2% | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| Number in Default | 35 | 19 | 25 |
| Number in Repayment | 821 | 737 | 714 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
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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 | $30,150 | $28,513 | $25,990 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $30,150 | $28,513 | $25,990 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $30,150 | $28,513 | $25,990 |
| Books and Supplies | $470 | $464 | $900 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $15,080 | $14,360 | $13,550 |
| Other Expenses | $3,319 | $3,286 | $7,416 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,314 | $10,984 | $13,550 |
| Other Expenses | $3,319 | $3,286 | $7,416 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $3,319 | $3,286 | $7,416 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $49,019 | $46,623 | $47,856 |
| In-State | $49,019 | $46,623 | $47,856 |
| Out of State | $49,019 | $46,623 | $47,856 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $45,253 | $43,247 | $47,856 |
| In-State | $45,253 | $43,247 | $47,856 |
| Out of State | $45,253 | $43,247 | $47,856 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $33,939 | $32,263 | $34,306 |
| In-State | $33,939 | $32,263 | $34,306 |
| Out of State | $33,939 | $32,263 | $34,306 |
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.
| Certificate | Bachelor | |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Marketing Studies | ||
| Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services, Other Degree | 2 | 120 |
| Communication Technology | ||
| Recording Arts Technology Degree | 8 | 96 |
| Education | ||
| Music Teacher Education Degree | - | 20 |
| Health and Clinical Professions | ||
| Music Therapy Degree | - | 17 |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||
| Music Degree | 33 | 162 |
| Music Management and Merchandising Degree | - | - |
| Music Performance Degree | 12 | 73 |
| Music Theory and Composition Degree | 19 | 166 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 4,145 Undergraduate: 4,145
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 2,942 Female: 1,203
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 2,942 Female: 1,203
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 3,800 Part-Time: 345
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 3,800 Part-Time: 345
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 1,005 | 24% |
| American Indian | 17 | 0.4% |
| Black | 347 | 8% |
| Asian | 151 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 302 | 7% |
| White | 2,001 | 48% |
| Unknown | 322 | 8% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 64 | 2% |
| Ages 18-19 | 1,227 | 30% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,306 | 32% |
| Ages 22-24 | 864 | 21% |
| Ages 25-29 | 506 | 12% |
| Ages 30-34 | 115 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 31 | 0.7% |
| Ages 40-49 | 18 | 0.4% |
| Ages 50-65 | 13 | 0.3% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.02% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,053 | 730 | 323 |
| Faculty Status | 529 | 234 | 295 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 529 | 234 | 295 |
| Primarily Instruction | 529 | 234 | 295 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 141 | 139 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 262 | 252 | 10 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 121 | 105 | 16 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 90 | 86 | 4 |
| Skilled Crafts | 10 | - | 10 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 5 | 4 | 1 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $75,935 (234) | $77,485 (185) | $70,083 (49) |
| Professor | $84,329 (121) | $84,889 (104) | $80,901 (17) |
| Associate Professor | $68,688 (81) | $70,236 (56) | $65,220 (25) |
| Assistant Professor | $61,412 (31) | $61,480 (24) | $61,177 (7) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $75,935 (234) | $77,485 (185) | $70,083 (49) |
| Professor | $84,329 (121) | $84,889 (104) | $80,901 (17) |
| Associate Professor | $68,688 (81) | $70,236 (56) | $65,220 (25) |
| Assistant Professor | $61,412 (31) | $61,480 (24) | $61,177 (7) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 80%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 47% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 45% |
| Female | 51% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 62% |
| American Indian | 50% |
| Black | 35% |
| Asian | 39% |
| Hispanic | 62% |
| White | 45% |
| Unknown | 30% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 34% |
| 5 Years | 42% |
| 6 Years | 47% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 1 | - |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 9 | 7 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 2 | - |
| Robbery | 1 | - |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 9 | 13 |
Berklee College of Music Reviews
1 Review Submitted For Berklee College of Music
- Reviewed on: September 24, 2010
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
