VanderCook College Of Music is located in Chicago, IL (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by VanderCook College Of Music is the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in education and teaching.
VanderCook College Of Music does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 520. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 390 and 550.
VanderCook College Of Music had 320 enrolled students in 2007-2008. The school has a large minority student population.
VanderCook College Of Music has a residential or campus feel. The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of VanderCook College of Music is to enrich the lives of present and future generations through the preparation of teachers in instrumental, choral, and general music disciplines. Our broad-based curriculum is designed to prepare teachers with strong character, skill in the process of teaching, and respect for the essential role of music in our culture."
More complete details are provided below.
VanderCook College Of Music
3140 S. Federal St.
Chicago, IL 60616-3731
General Phone: (312) 225-6288
http://www.vandercook.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education and Teaching | 96 | music teaching |
Number of programs and degrees for VanderCook College Of Music in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 76 | 1 |
| Bachelor's degree | 20 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, VanderCook College Of Music had a total enrollment of 320 students (369 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 48% |
| Women | 52% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 17% |
| Graduate | 83% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 27% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 66% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 15% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 12% |
| 25-29 | 19% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 3% |
| 40-49 | 8% |
| 50-64 | 6% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 85% |
| Wisconsin | 12% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
VanderCook College Of Music offers campus housing for 150 of its 369 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Chicago, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 54 | 47 | 87% | 31 | 66% |
| Men | 33 | 26 | 79% | 15 | 58% |
| Women | 21 | 21 | 100% | 16 | 76% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 520 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 390 | 550 |
| SAT Writing | 430 | 670 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 16% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 84% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,140 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,140 |
| Room and board | $ 9,451 |
| Room charge | $ 4,914 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,537 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,700 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,200 |
Financial Aid:
VanderCook College Of Music participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 177800)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 8 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $68,789 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 4 | $48,650 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $64,467 | 7 | $62,371 |
*: 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets VanderCook College Of Music Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
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