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The Boston Conservatory can be found in Boston, MA (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Post-Master's certificate is the highest degree at The Boston Conservatory.
The most common majors at the school are in music and drama and performing arts.
The Boston Conservatory does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. The school turned down 66% of potential students in 2007. People attending The Boston Conservatory come from a variety of states around the country.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2007, 630 students were enrolled in The Boston Conservatory. The school has a large minority student population.
Full-time students are the norm at The Boston Conservatory. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
The Boston Conservatory
8 the Fenway
Boston, MA 02215
General Phone: (617) 536-6340
http://www.bostonconservatory.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Drama And Performing Arts | 83 | various performing arts, dance |
| Music | 64 | music |
Number of programs and degrees for The Boston Conservatory in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 74 | 2 |
| Bachelor's degree | 66 | 3 |
| Post-master's certificate | 7 | 1 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007, The Boston Conservatory had a total enrollment of 630 students (629 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 38% |
| Women | 62% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 79% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 36% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 47% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 28% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 3% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
The Boston Conservatory offers campus housing for 196 of its 629 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Boston, 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 | 1,117 | 379 | 34% | 154 | 41% |
| Men | 424 | 144 | 34% | 59 | 41% |
| Women | 693 | 235 | 34% | 95 | 40% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| 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 |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 29,989 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 29,989 |
| Room and board | $ 15,640 |
| Room charge | $ 10,260 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 5,380 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,750 |
Financial Aid:
The Boston Conservatory participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 212900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 29 | 33 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 29 | $47,935 | 33 | $46,309 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $47,935 | 33 | $46,309 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Dance, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The Boston Conservatory Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students On-campus library Offers campus housing
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