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| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| The University of Chicago | Chicago, IL |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
| DePaul University | Chicago, IL |
| New York University | New York, NY |
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh, PA |
| Santa Clara University | Santa Clara, CA |
| Duke University | Durham, NC |
| SAT | 1872 |
|---|---|
| ACT | 1156 |
VanderCook College of Music, founded in 1909, is a private, not-for-profit college specializing in music teacher preparation. Its two-acre campus is located three miles south of downtown Chicago, IL.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 262 |
| Established in | 1909 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• HLC Higher Learning Commission • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) |
Two-acre, urban campus in Chicago (population: 2,704,958). Served by air, bus, and train. School operates transportation to bus and train stations. Public transportation serves campus.
VanderCook College of Music
3140 South Federal Street
Chicago, IL 60616
| Application fee | $35 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | no |
| Application deadline |
April 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Required |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Recommended SAT or ACT Required |
100%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 38 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + |
| Total Received | 38 |
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Particular talent/ability
Alumni/ae relationship
Class rank
Interview
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Secondary school record
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
LeeAnn Meyer
Director of Admissions and Retention
P: 312 788-1120
F: 312 225-5211
admissions@vandercook.edu
| Tuition | $26,458 |
| Additional fees | $1,886 |
| Books & supplies | $1,900 |
| Total | $30,244 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $15,524 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $14,720 |
$15,524
Need-based
| Federal | $170,079 |
| State | $131,747 |
| Institutional | $16,750 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $318,576 |
|---|
Non-need-based
| Federal | $32,500 |
| State | $15,000 |
| Institutional | $673,650 |
| Other external | $26,153 |
| Total | $747,303 |
|---|
| Assc. | Bach. | Mast. | Doct. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music Education |
|
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| Music Education/Instrumental |
|
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| Music Education/Vocal |
|
47%
53%
72%
28%
100%
Transfer applicants accepted
60%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
|---|---|
| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Required of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
68
Minimum transfers must complete
70
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 2 |
|---|---|
| Countries most often represented |
China Italy |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
LeeAnn Meyer
Director of Admissions and Retention
312 788-1120
admissions@vandercook.edu
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