Overview
Enrollment
| Location | New York, New York |
| Online | msmnyc.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located on Manhattan's Upper West Side near Columbia University, the Manhattan School of Music (MSM) is a private conservatory dedicated to classical music, jazz, and musical theater education. The institution operates from a historic campus centered around its main building, which houses performance venues including the Neidorff-Karpati Hall and the Miller Recital Hall. Founded in 1917 as the Neighborhood Music School, MSM has established itself as a selective conservatory, offering programs from undergraduate through doctoral levels. The conservatory is recognized for its instrumental performance, vocal arts, and conducting programs, with notable strengths in jazz studies and contemporary music. Students reside in the school's Andersen Hall, a residential tower adjacent to the main academic building, providing housing for the majority of undergraduate students in the heart of Manhattan's Morningside Heights neighborhood.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| GPA | 3.55 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Dec 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $125 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,050 |
| Room and Board | $16,600 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $74,750 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 100% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024