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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Boston, MA

The New England Conservatory of Music

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$58,550

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

42.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

79.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$34,483

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

The New England Conservatory of Music is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Boston, MA. With a competitive tuition profile of $58,550, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 79.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$234,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

52.2 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$4,483

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$189,370

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

-$144,540

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at The New England Conservatory of Music is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
45.3%
54.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

International
40.7%
White
35.6%
Asian
10.8%
Two or more
8.9%
Black
1.9%
Hispanic
1.6%
Unknown
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$58,550

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$26,175
$30k - $48kNot Reported
$48k - $75k$33,525
$75k+$46,237

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients7.5%
Using Federal Loans25.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment78.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

93.6%

Success

79.5%

In-State Cost

$58,550

Age 25+ Students

2.8%

Carnegie Class

Special Focus: Other Technology

Working at 6yr

45 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Boston (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Boston (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Boston

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$2,212

Monthly Average

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1 Bedroom

$2,377

Monthly Average

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2 Bedrooms

$2,827

Monthly Average

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3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Boston metropolitan area.