New York, NY is home to Manhattan School Of Music. New York is a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at Manhattan School Of Music go up to the Doctoral degree.
The school has a tighter focus on specific areas of study than most colleges its size. Students commonly pursue studies in music.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants. Manhattan School Of Music attracts a lot of applicants every year, and can only accept about 39% of them (as of 2007-2008).
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Manhattan School Of Music has 853 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008). The school has a large minority student population.
Manhattan School Of Music offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Manhattan School Of Music
120 Claremont Ave
New York, NY 10027-4698
General Phone: (212) 749-2802
http://www.msmnyc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Music | 269 | music performance, music theory and composition |
Number of programs and degrees for Manhattan School Of Music in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 135 | 2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 95 | 2 |
| Post-master's certificate | 29 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 10 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 2 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 0 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Manhattan School Of Music had a total enrollment of 853 students (846 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 48% |
| Graduate | 52% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 41% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 9% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 12% |
| (Foreign Students) | 31% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 19% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 19% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 92 % |
Manhattan School Of Music offers campus housing for 400 of its 846 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of New York, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,751 | 1,066 | 39% | 439 | 41% |
| Men | 1,271 | 492 | 39% | 196 | 40% |
| Women | 1,480 | 574 | 39% | 243 | 42% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 30,450 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 30,450 |
| Room and board | $ 13,755 |
| Room charge | $ 8,750 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,400 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,600 |
Financial Aid:
Manhattan School Of Music participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 275900)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 55 | $48,832 | 28 | $47,831 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 55 | $48,832 | 28 | $47,831 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Manhattan School Of Music Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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