New England Conservatory of Music

It is very difficult to get into New England Conservatory of Music. New England Conservatory of Music admitted 32% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 1,170 students applied to New England Conservatory of Music and 379 were admitted.

If you want to apply to New England Conservatory of Music, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 12/1 and the fee for the application costs $125.

Students who apply to New England Conservatory of Music for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by April 1.

New England Conservatory of Music Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of New England Conservatory of Music's admissions stats.

New England Conservatory of Music 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

New England Conservatory of Music Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for New England Conservatory of Music.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	12 1	April 1

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Want to Apply Early to New England Conservatory of Music?

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New England Conservatory of Music does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to New England Conservatory of Music

For more information on transferring to New England Conservatory of Music, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to New England Conservatory of Music

In 2022, New England Conservatory of Music waitlisted 114 students and 85 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 21 eventually were offered a spot.

What's Most Important for Getting Into New England Conservatory of Music?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at New England Conservatory of Music

What does New England Conservatory of Music consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Academic GPA	Considered

Make sure to check with New England Conservatory of Music for more information on admission factors.

New England Conservatory of Music 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to New England Conservatory of Music, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with New England Conservatory of Music's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	√	Prescreening recordings, Artistic Resume, English proficiency (for Some)
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into New England Conservatory of Music?

New England Conservatory of Music has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

New England Conservatory of Music does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to New England Conservatory of Music

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is December 1. Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in New England Conservatory of Music during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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New England Conservatory of Music Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to New England Conservatory of Music?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to New England Conservatory of Music.

Does New England Conservatory of Music accept transfer credits?

✅ New England Conservatory of Music accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. New England Conservatory of Music accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does New England Conservatory of Music accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ New England Conservatory of Music accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to New England Conservatory of Music?

✅ New England Conservatory of Music is not test optional.

What is New England Conservatory of Music's acceptance rate?

✅ New England Conservatory of Music's acceptance rate is 32%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at New England Conservatory of Music?

❌ New England Conservatory of Music does not offer early decision.

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