THE BOSTON CONSERVATORY
- 8 the Fenway
- Boston, MA 02215
- OPEID College Code: 00212900
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- General Phone: (617) 536-6340
- President: Richard Ortner
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 682
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The Boston Conservatory - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Graduation Rates
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered State Approved for Certification
- Website
- www.bostonconservatory.edu

- Mission Statement
- The mission of the Boston Conservatory is to educate exceptional performing artists for careers that enrich and transform the human experience using skills, creativity and courage nourished in a vibrant, multidisciplinary community of musicians, dancers and actors.
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 High Undergraduate
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- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $110.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $110.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Recommended
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 669 | 1,170 | 1,839 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 288 (43%) | 414 (35%) | 702 (38%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 64 (22%) | 83 (20%) | 147 (21%) |
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: 74%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 74% | 16% | 3% | 57% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $10,528 | $3,193 | $1,566 | $13,559 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 4.6% | 5.0% | 2.0% |
| Number in Default | 6 | 7 | 3 |
| Number in Repayment | 129 | 139 | 147 |
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 | $33,676 | $32,050 | $29,989 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $33,676 | $32,050 | $29,989 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $33,676 | $32,050 | $29,989 |
| Books and Supplies | $625 | $600 | $500 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $16,320 | $16,100 | $15,640 |
| Other Expenses | $2,900 | $2,850 | $2,750 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $15,330 | $14,600 | $550 |
| Other Expenses | $2,625 | $2,500 | $500 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,000 | $2,500 | $500 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $53,521 | $51,600 | $48,879 |
| In-State | $53,521 | $51,600 | $48,879 |
| Out of State | $53,521 | $51,600 | $48,879 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $52,256 | $49,750 | $31,539 |
| In-State | $52,256 | $49,750 | $31,539 |
| Out of State | $52,256 | $49,750 | $31,539 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $39,301 | $37,650 | $30,989 |
| In-State | $39,301 | $37,650 | $30,989 |
| Out of State | $39,301 | $37,650 | $30,989 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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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 | Master | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | |||
| Dance Degree | - | 11 | - |
| Music Degree | 6 | 39 | 46 |
| Visual and Performing Arts, Other Degree | - | 33 | 7 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 682 Undergraduate: 489 Graduate: 193
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 271 Female: 411
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 203 Female: 286
- Graduate Gender Male: 68 Female: 125
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 682 Part-Time: 0
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 489 Part-Time: 0
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 193 Part-Time: 0
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | - | - |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | 1 | 0.1% |
| Asian | 22 | 3% |
| Hispanic | 4 | 0.6% |
| White | 17 | 2% |
| Unknown | 638 | 94% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Ages 18-19 | 76 | 11% |
| Ages 20-21 | 243 | 36% |
| Ages 22-24 | 213 | 31% |
| Ages 25-29 | 124 | 18% |
| Ages 30-34 | 14 | 2% |
| Ages 35-39 | 7 | 1% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 0.7% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 253 | 139 | 114 |
| Faculty Status | 249 | 137 | 112 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 188 | 76 | 112 |
| Primarily Instruction | 188 | 76 | 112 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 29 | 29 | - |
| Other Professionals | 34 | 32 | 2 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 2 | 2 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 1 | 1 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,472 (76) | $47,060 (40) | $52,152 (36) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $49,472 (76) | $47,060 (40) | $52,152 (36) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 81%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 58% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 55% |
| Female | 60% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | - |
| Black | 67% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 44% |
| White | 65% |
| Unknown | 60% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009