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Longy is in a medium-sized city, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The school is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at Longy earn degrees up to the Post-Master's certificate.
The most common major fields study at the school include music.
Longy does not admit all applicants. The school attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Longy, in 2005, had 200 students (170 full-time equivalent).
Many students at the school are part-timers.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The Longy School of Music was founded in 1915 to provide thorough education in all aspects of music to students of all ages, all levels of ability, and widely varying aspirations. That remains its overriding purpose. Longy acknowledges its special role in providing instruction to both residents of the greater Boston community which it principally serves, and to individuals from the world community who have the goal of becoming professionals in music. It seeks to do so in a rigorous educational environment in which small size and caring faculty foster intellectual understanding, growth of imagination, refinement of technical skills, and a full realization of individual potential. The school is strongly rooted in the tradition of classical Western music. Longy's curriculum also includes the study of other musical forms, such as contemporary music, non-Western music, jazz, improvisation, and traditional folk music. As an extension of its role as an educational institution, Longy seeks to be a performance center for the greater Boston area, thereby providing performance opportunities for hundreds of faculty, students, and guest artists annually, and listening opportunities for thousands."
More complete details are provided below.
Longy School Of Music
One Follen St
Cambridge, MA 02138
http://www.longy.edu
Longy awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Music | 49 | music performance, voice, piano, music theory and composition |
| Education And Teaching | 3 | music teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for Longy in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 30 | 5 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 10 | 4 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 10 | 4 |
| Post-master's certificate | 2 | 4 |
In 2005, Longy had a total enrollment of 200 students (170 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 78% |
| Women | 22% |
| Full-Time | 89% |
| Part-Time | 11% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 26% |
| Graduate | 74% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 57% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 34% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 26% |
| 25-29 | 39% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 25% |
| Illinois | 13% |
| Washington | 13% |
| Louisiana | 13% |
| Maine | 13% |
| California | 13% |
| Florida | 13% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Cambridge, Massachusetts for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Massachusetts Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 25 | 22 | 88% | 9 | 41% |
| Men | 10 | 9 | 90% | 7 | 78% |
| Women | 15 | 13 | 87% | 2 | 15% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 21,620 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 21,620 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
Financial Aid:
Longy participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2143000)
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Music Teacher Education
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Piano and Organ
Voice and Opera
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Longy Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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