Average

Score: 47/100

Longy School of Music of Bard College

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138

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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 (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 44%

Outcomes

68/100

Affordability

25/100

Resources

C+

63/100

Experience

C+

60/100

Prestige

17/100

Quick Stats

318

Total Enrollment

44%

Graduation Rate

88%

Retention Rate

3.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

84%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

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The Longy School of Music of Bard College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $1,157,911
Avg rent near campus: $3,314/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02135 (3.6% cap, Boston)

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🏆 Where Longy School of Music of Bard College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$51,725	$51,725

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

13%

Receive Pell Grants

13%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Voice and Opera 34 grads/yr Keyboard Instruments 26 grads/yr Music Teacher Education 21 grads/yr Music Performance, General 18 grads/yr Stringed Instruments 12 grads/yr Music Theory and Composition 9 grads/yr Woodwind Instruments 9 grads/yr Brass Instruments 4 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Longy School of Music of Bard College's top programs commonly pursue.

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Music directors and composers

$64k/yr 47,300 jobs

Musicians and singers

169,800 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

318

Total Students

64%

Women

85%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 28%

Hispanic 6%

Black 3%

Asian 3%

Two or More 3%

Non-Resident 57%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 87%

Fully Online 13%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%

25-64 (Adult) 12%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Longy School of Music of Bard College?

Longy School of Music of Bard College has an acceptance rate of 84%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Longy School of Music of Bard College?

Tuition at Longy School of Music of Bard College is $51,725 for in-state students and $51,725 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Longy School of Music of Bard College?

The graduation rate at Longy School of Music of Bard College is 44%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Longy School of Music of Bard College a good school?

Longy School of Music of Bard College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): 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 Longy School of Music of Bard College?

Longy School of Music of Bard College has a total enrollment of 318 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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