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37.6%Acceptance
$58,550Tuition
371Students
78%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$34,483Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test BlindData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$58,550
Out-of-State Tuition
$58,550
Average Net Price
$42,556
Students Receiving Financial Aid
7.5%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$19,287
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$19,287
Books & Supplies
$500
Total Cost of Attendance
$78,337
Median Debt at Graduation
$27,000
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$286/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
78.8%
Students Taking Federal Loans
25.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
7.5%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $26,175
$48,001 – $75,000 $33,525
$75,001 – $110,000 $46,237
$110,001+ $49,187

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Cost Overview

Most families pay far less than the $78,337 sticker price at New England Conservatory. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $26,175 annually, while those from households making over $110,000 pay $49,187. The average net price settles at $42,556 per year. Over four years, expect to invest between $105,000 and $197,000 for a strong musical education.

Graduates carry a median debt of $27,000, translating to $286 monthly payments. This debt burden stays reasonable compared to many conservatories, though the $34,483 median earnings ten years out means loan payments will claim a meaningful slice of income. The 78.76% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates manage their obligations successfully. Only 7.52% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating this conservatory primarily serves families with substantial resources. Lower-income students who gain admission receive the most generous financial support relative to their family circumstances.

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