Tuition and fees cover only part of the cost of educating NEC students. The balance is met by funds, gifts, and bequests. NEC makes every effort to assist students through scholarships and other financial aid; government funds are also available for those who qualify.
2011-2012 Tuition and Fees
Bachelor of Music, Undergraduate Diploma, Master of Music, Doctor of Musical Arts
Full-time tuition (per year): $36,250
Part-time tuition*
Studio per semester: $8,825
Undergraduate course credit hour: $1,155
Graduate course credit hour: $2,310
Graduate Diploma
Full-time tuition (per year): $33,100
Part-time tuition* (same as for Master's part-time tuition)
Harvard/NEC Dual Degree
Portion of full-time tuition billed by NEC (per year): $7,000
Tufts/NEC Dual Degree
Portion of full-time tuition billed by NEC (per year): $17,166
Residence Hall Room & Board
Double Occupancy: $12,100
Single Occupancy: $15,000
Deluxe Single Occupancy: $16,500
Suite Occupancy: $17,800
Fees
Student Services Fee: $325
Technology Fee: $125
Health Center†: TBA (was $380 in 2010-11)
Health Insurance‡: TBA (was $1,687 in 2010-11)
*The Conservatory expects all students to be full-time. Students may enroll part-time only with prior permission from the Dean of Students.
†All students are automatically enrolled in the Health Center.
‡All NEC students must carry health insurance; if you have your own insurance, this charge may be waived with proper documentation. To do so, please visit Gallagher Koster.
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