B
Good
Score: 64/100

The New England Conservatory of Music

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Boston, Massachusetts 02115
🌐 https://necmusic.edu/
Outcomes
A
87/100
Affordability
F
21/100
Resources
B+
77/100
Experience
A
87/100
Prestige
C
47/100

Quick Stats

784
Total Enrollment
78%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
43%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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The The New England Conservatory of Music Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $869,482
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,297/mo — vs ~$1,428/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 02119 (4.0% cap, Boston)

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🏆 Where The New England Conservatory of Music Ranks

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

🥇
Woodwind Instruments
of 1 schools
#4
Keyboard Instruments
of 5 schools
#6
Stringed Instruments
of 8 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $56,780 $56,780
Room $12,850
Board $6,437
Total Cost (On-Campus) $81,277 $81,277

Financial Aid

88%
Receive Any Aid
8%
Receive Pell Grants
23%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

784
Total Students
46%
Women
95%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 29%
Hispanic 1%
Black 2%
Asian 12%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 47%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 91%
Hybrid (Some Online) 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 95%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at The New England Conservatory of Music?
The New England Conservatory of Music has an acceptance rate of 43%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend The New England Conservatory of Music?
Tuition at The New England Conservatory of Music is $56,780 for in-state students and $56,780 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at The New England Conservatory of Music?
The graduation rate at The New England Conservatory of Music is 78%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is The New England Conservatory of Music a good school?
The New England Conservatory of Music has a Repit College Score of 64/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend The New England Conservatory of Music?
The New England Conservatory of Music has a total enrollment of 784 students. Most students (95%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology