Manhattan School of Music
- 4 Year
- NEW YORK, NY
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Manhattan School of Music
- 4 Year
- NEW YORK, NY
- Rating 3.79 out of 5 52 reviews
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Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Valuegrade B minus
- Diversitygrade A+
- Campusgrade B minus
- Athleticsgrade unavailable
- Party Scenegrade B+
- Professorsgrade B minus
- Locationgrade A+
- Dormsgrade C+
- Campus Foodgrade C+
- Student Lifegrade A minus
- Safetygrade B
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Manhattan School of Music Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
MSM Admissions
Acceptance Rate
36%
Application Deadline
December 1
SAT Range
No data available
ACT Range
No data available
Application Fee
$125
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Early Decision/Early Action
No data available
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Cost
Net Price
$44,217 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$26,708 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
88%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
6:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
75%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 4 responses43%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 7 responses71%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 7 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Musical Instruments60 Graduates
- Performing Arts38 Graduates
- Voice and Opera22 Graduates
- Music10 Graduates
- Music Theory and Composition4 Graduates
- Conducting0 Graduates
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
495 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
2
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
16%
Varsity Athletes
No data available
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
99%
Poll
89%
of students say they don't have Greek life. 9 responsesPoll
100%
of students say no one pays attention to varsity sports. 6 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$32,300 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
74%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
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Manhattan School of Music Reviews
Rating 3.79 out of 5 52 reviews
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Manhattan School of Music is an amazing experience. The professors within my major are top notch experts who encourage the growth and individualism of all students. The diversity is very poor, which is difficult for minority students. Additionally, core classes outside of my major (such as humanities) are very poorly taught and the professor has frequently made offensive remarks. The experience at Manhattan School of Music can vary vastly depending who your head of department is. However, I think we all understand that we have come to this school to train, not party. We all have a fierce desire to master our major and we all understand the privilege of getting to study under masters of our subject. It is definitely not perfect, but overall I have had a wonderful experience so far and I would highly recommend my program to anyone who can afford it. Unfortunately, people do not receive a good amount of aid from the school unless they are international.
The quality of in-person classes were extremely high. It was very comprehensive and very engaging. They were some of my best academic memories I've ever had. The professor go above and beyond to make sure you understand their lessons, grasp the content they are teaching, and to even enjoy and see music through different lenses. The professors use many different techniques for teaching and practical learning that still remain in my memory to this day. It is the professors that have convinced me to continue my education at the Manhattan School of Music. I feel confident and assured that the school is leading me in the correct path. The lessons were at a high level, but at the same time, taught with detail, care, and dedication. The classes I have taken have truly been amazing experiences.
Besides being ranked among the top premier music conservatories for classical music in the world, but with its history of introducing music to students for over 100 years was something that greatly intrigued me. The school had overcome so much and is a great example for future musicians who would need to learn to do the same. They also have online learning and in-person learning, and even offer a mixture of both. The atmosphere created by the professors within the classrooms and lessons were so open, enlightening, and truly nurtures the joy and love of music. At the same time, you are getting world-class level education and insight into every aspect of music.