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The Boston Conservatory can be found in Boston, Massachusetts (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 57% of potential students in 2005. 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 2005, 569 students were enrolled in The Boston Conservatory.
Full-time students are the norm at the school. Student dorms or apartments are common at The Boston Conservatory.
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
Admissions Phone: (617) 912-9153
Financial Aid Phone: (617) 912-9147
http://www.bostonconservatory.edu
The Boston Conservatory awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Music | 86 | music |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 46 | various performing arts, dance |
Number of programs and degrees for The Boston Conservatory in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 71 | 3 |
| Master's degree | 42 | 2 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 19 | 1 |
| Post-master's certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, The Boston Conservatory had a total enrollment of 569 students (565 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 76% |
| Graduate | 24% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 50% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 22% |
| (Foreign Students) | 18% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 30% |
| 20-21 | 30% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 0% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| California | 14% |
| New York | 13% |
| Massachusetts | 9% |
| New Jersey | 7% |
| Texas | 6% |
| Connecticut | 6% |
| Florida | 6% |
| Foreign countries | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 4% |
| Illinois | 3% |
| Maryland | 3% |
| Washington | 3% |
| Georgia | 3% |
| New Hampshire | 2% |
| Mississippi | 2% |
| Kansas | 2% |
| Louisiana | 2% |
| Maine | 2% |
| Missouri | 2% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Montana | 1% |
| Rhode Island | 1% |
| New Mexico | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
| Colorado | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 100 % |
The Boston Conservatory offers campus housing for 191 of its 565 (full-time) students.
(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 | 940 | 408 | 43% | 138 | 34% |
| Men | 321 | 164 | 51% | 51 | 31% |
| Women | 619 | 244 | 39% | 87 | 36% |
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 |
Admissions Phone Number: (617) 912-9153
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 25,950 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,950 |
| Room and board | $ 13,970 |
| Room charge | $ 4,520 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,465 |
| Books and supplies | $ 500 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,567 |
Financial Aid:
The Boston Conservatory participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 212900)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (617) 912-9147
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 3 | $68,913 | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $68,913 | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 18 | $40,966 | 28 | $37,321 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 18 | $40,966 | 28 | $37,321 |
*: 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 students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Selectivity (based on % of applicants accepted) (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers campus housing Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing
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