Longy School of Music of Bard College is a private music school Cambridge, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1915, and is one of the four music schools in Boston which grants degrees independently.

Highlights

College Type
Campus Setting
Endowment
Student Retention Rate
Work-study program yes
Mode of Program Full time; Part time; online
Annual cost of Attendance
Admission Helpdesk 617.876.0956, admissions(at)longy.edu

Programs, Campus and Residence

  • Around six undergraduate and 12 graduate majors, are offered at Longy School of Music of Bard College currently.
  • Longy School of Music of Bard College does not offer on campus residence facility to its students. Yet students can find a variety of housing options off campus on the official website, for suggestions.

Longy School of Music of Bard College Admission Process

Requirements Transcripts; LOR; Audition Video Recording
English Proficiency Test TOEFL/IELTS
Application fee November Applications: 75 USD January Applications: 100 USD
Additional Requirements Resume; Personal and Financial Statement; Copy of Passport
Admission Deadline November 1, January 5

Note: Live audition dates are variable. The auditions begin from February 8, 2019 for Spring admissions.

How to apply – To apply for admission to Longy School of Music of Bard College, apply through the online application.

Cost of Attendance

Expenses Cost
Tuition and Fee 32,384 USD
Books 1,200 USD
Transportation 2,600 USD
Room and Board 18,170 USD
TOTAL 55,974 USD

Financial Aid

The students at Longy School of Music of Bard College are offered financial aid in the form of scholarships, loans and grants. It is mandatory for students to submit the FAFSA on or before deadline, to receive financial aid.

  • The average scholarship value for freshmen is 19,107 USD.
  • About 50% of the freshmen receive financial aid in some form.

The alumni benefits include discounted annual membership for ZipCar, also access to Longy Bakalar Music Library, etc.