THE NEW ENGLAND CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC
- 290 Huntington Ave
- Boston, MA 02115
- OPEID College Code: 00219400
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- General Phone: (617) 585-1100
- President: Tony Woodcock
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 785
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The New England Conservatory of Music - 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
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Website
- necmusic.edu
- Mission Statement
- The mission of New England Conservatory is the education and training of musicians of all ages from around the world, drawing on the talents of an accomplished faculty and nurturing individual excellence in a challenging and supportive community dedicated to the highest standards of performance, teaching and scholarship. In so doing, NEC aspires to ensure that music has a central place in public life and that the broader value of a rigorous music education is recognized.
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 Majority Undergraduate
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- Admission Links
- Admissions: necmusic.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $100.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $100.00
- College Credits Accepted
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Formal Demonstration of Competencies Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 591 | 562 | 1,153 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 203 (34%) | 176 (31%) | 379 (33%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 57 (28%) | 56 (32%) | 113 (30%) |
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
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 94%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 52% | 21% | 1% | 94% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $7,389 | $4,284 | $1,090 | $13,375 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Number in Default | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Number in Repayment | 143 | 143 | 247 |
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 | $33,325 | $33,325 | $30,975 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $33,325 | $33,325 | $30,975 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $33,325 | $33,325 | $30,975 |
| Books and Supplies | $700 | $700 | $700 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $11,600 | $11,600 | $11,300 |
| Other Expenses | $2,620 | $2,620 | $2,702 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $48,245 | $48,245 | $45,677 |
| In-State | $48,245 | $48,245 | $45,677 |
| Out of State | $48,245 | $48,245 | $45,677 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $34,025 | $34,025 | $31,675 |
| In-State | $34,025 | $34,025 | $31,675 |
| Out of State | $34,025 | $34,025 | $31,675 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $34,025 | $34,025 | $31,675 |
| In-State | $34,025 | $34,025 | $31,675 |
| Out of State | $34,025 | $34,025 | $31,675 |
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 | Doctor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | ||||
| Music Teacher Education Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Visual and Performing Arts | ||||
| Conducting Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
| Jazz and Jazz Studies Degree | 1 | 13 | 23 | - |
| Music History, Literature, and Theory Degree | - | - | - | - |
| Music Pedagogy Degree | - | - | 1 | - |
| Music Performance Degree | 9 | 15 | 29 | - |
| Music Theory and Composition Degree | 1 | 6 | 4 | - |
| Musicology and Ethnomusicology Degree | - | - | 2 | - |
| Piano and Organ Degree | 11 | 7 | 17 | - |
| Violin, Viola, Guitar and Other Stringed Instruments Degree | 15 | 21 | 27 | - |
| Voice and Opera Degree | 5 | 9 | 33 | - |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 785 Undergraduate: 408 Graduate: 377
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 403 Female: 382
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 219 Female: 189
- Graduate Gender Male: 184 Female: 193
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 731 Part-Time: 54
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 377 Part-Time: 31
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 354 Part-Time: 23
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 238 | 30% |
| American Indian | - | - |
| Black | - | - |
| Asian | - | - |
| Hispanic | - | - |
| White | - | - |
| Unknown | 40 | 5% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 7 | 0.9% |
| Ages 18-19 | 169 | 22% |
| Ages 20-21 | 184 | 23% |
| Ages 22-24 | 265 | 34% |
| Ages 25-29 | 120 | 15% |
| Ages 30-34 | 23 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 10 | 1% |
| Ages 40-49 | 5 | 0.6% |
| Ages 50-65 | 1 | 0.1% |
| Age Unknown | 1 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 340 | 207 | 133 |
| Faculty Status | 214 | 94 | 120 |
| Graduate Assistants | 7 | - | 7 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 210 | 90 | 120 |
| Primarily Instruction | 210 | 90 | 120 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 18 | 17 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 69 | 61 | 8 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 43 | 39 | 4 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Skilled Crafts | 1 | 1 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 7 | 7 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $63,112 (90) | $64,455 (60) | $60,425 (30) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $51,638 (90) | $52,737 (60) | $49,440 (30) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 98%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 75%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 75% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 75% |
| Female | 76% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 92% |
| Black | 100% |
| Asian | 67% |
| Hispanic | 67% |
| White | 75% |
| Unknown | 50% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 61% |
| 5 Years | 73% |
| 6 Years | 75% |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
