Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
| Online | curtis.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The Curtis Institute of Music, located in Philadelphia's Rittenhouse Square neighborhood, occupies a complex of historic mansions and modern facilities in the city center. Founded in 1924 by Mary Louise Curtis Bok, Curtis maintains a highly selective admissions process and provides full-tuition scholarships to all admitted students. The conservatory offers programs in instrumental performance, opera, composition, and conducting, with students receiving extensive individual instruction and performance opportunities through partnerships with the Philadelphia Orchestra, Opera Philadelphia, and other professional ensembles. Curtis houses its students in several historic buildings adjacent to the main campus, creating a residential learning environment where students live and practice alongside faculty members. The institution's notable alumni include composers Samuel Barber and Leonard Bernstein, as well as numerous principal musicians in major American orchestras.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Dec 18, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
| Application Fee | $150 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $4,750 |
| Other Fees | $5,930 |
| Room and Board | $19,000 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,892 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,572 |
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Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=211893 IPEDS survey data for Curtis Institute of Music.
Current students may use the Curtis Institute of Music GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024