The Manhattan School of Music was founded in 1917 by the pianist and philanthropist Janet D. Schenck, and has a long and distinguished history as one of the world’s premier conservatories for music. The school’s mission is to prepare its students for careers as performing artists, educators, and composers. Its unique curriculum focuses on classical music while also providing instruction in jazz, contemporary music, opera, musical theater and composition. The school provides students with access to professional performance opportunities and master classes with renowned artists. In addition, the school offers a wide range of ensembles that cover different genres such as chamber music, jazz bands, orchestras, choirs and more. The campus is located in New York City’s Upper West Side neighborhood and features historic buildings that provide students with an inspiring environment to learn and grow as musicians. With its excellent faculty members, world-class facilities and vibrant student body, the Manhattan School of Music is an ideal place for aspiring musicians to pursue their dreams. Check homethodology for more universities.

Manhattan School of Music, as one of the top colleges ranked by major educational institutions, has impressed us by its high selectivity and student friendly application process during admissions. The following tables detail 2018 class profile, including total applications received, average high school GPA, SAT scores/ACT scores, and acceptance rates of Manhattan School of Music. To learn more about GPA, SAT and ACT scores information, please follow the links below. If you want to find even more about Manhattan School of Music, such as tuition fees and scholarships, you can click the link after tables to visit the school’s official website.

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Admissions Stats

Manhattan School of Music is one of the top music schools in the country, with a long history and impressive alumni. The school has an acceptance rate of approximately 30%, which is slightly higher than the national average. The student body consists of approximately 900 students, with a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences. The school offers a wide range of degree programs in music performance, composition, music education, music technology, and other related fields. Many students are also accepted into the school’s prestigious opera program.

The school has an average class size of 17 students and emphasizes individualized instruction from faculty members who are accomplished professionals in their fields. There is an emphasis on collaboration among students as well as between faculty and students. Faculty members strive to create an environment where all students feel comfortable to learn without fear or judgment. Additionally, many classes include performances by guest artists from around the world, which provides unique learning opportunities for all participants. Furthermore, Manhattan School of Music provides numerous performance opportunities for its students both on campus and off campus at various venues throughout New York City. These performances allow students to develop their skills as performers while also connecting them with professionals in their field.

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