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.
2012-2013 Tuition and Fees
Bachelor of Music, Undergraduate Diploma, Master of Music, Doctor of Musical Arts
Full-time tuition (per year): $38,000
Part-time tuition*
Studio per semester: $9,250
Undergraduate course credit hour: $1,210
Graduate course credit hour: $2,420
Graduate Diploma
Full-time tuition (per year): $34,700
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): $18,375.20
Residence Hall Room & Board
Double Occupancy: $12,350
Single Occupancy: $15,300
Deluxe Single Occupancy: $16,830
Suite Occupancy: $18,160
Fees
Student Services Fee: $325
Technology Fee: $130
Health Center†: TBA (was $405 in 2011-12)
Health Insurance‡: TBA (was $1,708 in 2011-12)
*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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