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Berklee College of Music

Boston, Massachusetts Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3232
Nationally
#84
In Massachusetts
50%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$48,830
Annual Tuition
per year
67%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
7,608
Undergrad Enrollment
5,000–9,999
Overall Score & Rankings
46/100
Average
#3232 nationally
#84 in Massachusetts
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes67
πŸ’°Affordability13
🎯Selectivity40
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth73

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

Berklee College of Music is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Boston, Massachusetts. With 7,608 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 50%, the institution is considered selective. Annual tuition is $48,830, significantly above average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $43,461 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 67%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate50%↑ Above avg
National avg: 70%
7,167
Applied
3,577
Admitted
1,502
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$48,830/yr
Room & Board$20,525/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$70,795/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$48,830↓ Below avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$43,461
$30,001 – $48,000$39,569
$48,001 – $75,000$43,522
$75,001 – $110,000$50,296
Over $110,000$54,760
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate67%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
7,608
Total Undergrads
44% F / 56% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 39%
Hispanic 13%
Black 6%
Asian 6%
Two or more 5%
International 30%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Review individual program rankings and campus resources
Consider
  • Β·Tuition ($48,830/yr) is above average β€” factor in aid eligibility
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $43,461/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
  • Β·Room and board costs ($20,525/yr) add significantly to the total cost of attendance
Who Is This College Best For?

This institution serves a broad range of students. Contact the admissions office to learn more about the student community and campus culture.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationBoston, Massachusetts
SettingCity: Large
Size5,000–9,999
Affordability Spotlight
$43,461
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#84
in Massachusetts out of 7+ colleges
#3232
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.