B+

Very Good

Score: 77/100

Curtis Institute of Music

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103

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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 (A+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 95%

Outcomes

A+

97/100

Affordability

41/100

Resources

86/100

Experience

82/100

Prestige

B+

75/100

Quick Stats

159

Total Enrollment

95%

Graduation Rate

97%

Retention Rate

2.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Curtis Institute of Music Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $482,842
Avg rent near campus: $2,211/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19121 (6.6% cap, Philadelphia)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	N/A	N/A
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$34,075	$34,075

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

Receive Pell Grants

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Music Performance, General 24 grads/yr Music, General 7 grads/yr Music Theory and Composition 3 grads/yr Stringed Instruments 1 grads/yr Brass Instruments 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Curtis Institute of Music'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

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

$65k/yr 1,094,500 jobs

Student Demographics

159

Total Students

46%

Women

80%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 32%

Hispanic 4%

Black 2%

Asian 10%

Two or More 5%

Non-Resident 47%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 77%

Hybrid (Some Online) 23%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Curtis Institute of Music?

Curtis Institute of Music has an acceptance rate of 7%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.

How much does it cost to attend Curtis Institute of Music?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Curtis Institute of Music?

The graduation rate at Curtis Institute of Music is 95%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Curtis Institute of Music a good school?

Curtis Institute of Music has a Repit College Score of 77/100 (Grade: B+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

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

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

How many students attend Curtis Institute of Music?

Curtis Institute of Music has a total enrollment of 159 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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