Below Average

Score: 43/100

VanderCook College of Music

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Chicago, Illinois 60616

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 47%

Outcomes

C+

64/100

Affordability

27/100

Resources

C+

59/100

Experience

43/100

Prestige

17/100

Quick Stats

340

Total Enrollment

47%

Graduation Rate

67%

Retention Rate

4.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

97%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $346,649
Avg rent near campus: $1,858/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60602 (6.8% cap, Chicago)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$28,640	$28,640

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

58%

Receive Pell Grants

75%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Music Teacher Education 50 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from VanderCook College of Music's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Education teachers, postsecondary

$72k/yr 74,900 jobs

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs

Middle school teachers, except special and career/technical education

$63k/yr 633,700 jobs

Student Demographics

340

Total Students

51%

Women

89%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 74%

Hispanic 12%

Black 4%

Asian 2%

Two or More 2%

Non-Resident 3%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 36%

Hybrid (Some Online) 3%

Fully Online 61%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 89%

25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at VanderCook College of Music?

VanderCook College of Music has an acceptance rate of 97%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend VanderCook College of Music?

Tuition at VanderCook College of Music is $28,640 for in-state students and $28,640 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at VanderCook College of Music?

The graduation rate at VanderCook College of Music is 47%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is VanderCook College of Music a good school?

VanderCook College of Music has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend VanderCook College of Music?

VanderCook College of Music has a total enrollment of 340 students. Most students (89%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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