by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how The New England Conservatory of Music ranks among other schools offering degrees in music.
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The New England Conservatory of Music was ranked #43 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for music majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #3 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Graduate Certificate Schools | 9 |
| Best Music Master’s Degree Schools | 22 |
| Best Music Graduate Degree Schools | 23 |
| Best Music Schools | 43 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 55 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, The New England Conservatory of Music handed out 85 bachelor's degrees in music. This is a decrease of 11% over the previous year when 95 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 122 students received their master’s degree in music from The New England Conservatory of Music. This makes it the #5 most popular school for music master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 6 students received their doctoral degrees in music in 2022, making the school the #66 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at The New England Conservatory of Music was $1,820 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,780 | $56,780 |
| Fees | $1,770 | $1,770 |
| Books and Supplies | $500 | $500 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $19,287 | $19,287 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,940 | $2,940 |
Learn more about The New England Conservatory of Music tuition and fees.
Of the 85 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Music from The New England Conservatory of Music in 2021-2022, 54% were men and 46% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from The New England Conservatory of Music with a bachelor's in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 9 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 27 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 43 |
| Other Races | 5 |
The New England Conservatory of Music does not offer an online option for its music bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the The New England Conservatory of Music Online Learning page.
Music majors graduating with a master's degree from The New England Conservatory of Music make a median salary of $24,499 a year. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $29,974.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 103 students graduated with a master's degree in music from The New England Conservatory of Music. About 49% were men and 51% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from The New England Conservatory of Music with a master's in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 12 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 41 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 34 |
| Other Races | 6 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the music majors at The New England Conservatory of Music.
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