VanderCook College of Music Chicago, IL
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Mission Statement
The mission of VanderCook College of Music is to enrich the lives of present and future generations through the preparation of teachers in instrumental, choral, and general music disciplines. Our broad-based curriculum is designed to prepare teachers with strong character, skill in the process of teaching, and respect for the essential role of music in our culture.
Quick Facts
380 students
69% admitted
$21,900 tuition/year
- 154 full time
- 226 part time
- 70 men full time
- 84 women full time
- 75 applied
- 52 admitted
- 21 enrolled
- $21,900 out of state
- $1,290 fees
- $10,464 room & board
- $1,900 books
At a Glance
| Institution Type: | Private not-for-profit |
| Campus Setting: | Large city |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Master's |
| Level of Institution: | Four or more years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
380 Students
Reviews: In Three Sentences
- Elisabeth from Niles, MI
“vandercook is an amazing place if you are planning on being a music teacher or are a teacher going back to get your masters. the information you learn is…”
- Feb-06-2012 » Read More
- Ajanette from Chicago, IL
“vandercook really helps a person improve their playing skills. when it comes to learning other instruments they help you learn at a fast rate. its a small environment here with…”
- Feb-15-2012 » Read More
- Michelle from Romeoville, IL
“VanderCook College of Music is a great learning environment. The students and faculty become more of a family, and they will be there to help you with anything whether it's…”
- Apr-23-2012 » Read More
VanderCook College of Music
- Located in Chicago, IL
- Private not-for-profit
- 380 students enrolled
- 69% admitted
- $21,900 annual cost to attend
Similar Colleges
- Berklee College of Music
- Manhattan School of Music
- San Francisco Conservatory of Music
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- Curtis Institute of Music
- The New England Conservatory of Music
- Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music
- Visible Music College
- The Juilliard School
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Reviews
Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Elizabeth from Chicago, IL
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Nov-21-2011
I am
a current student here
Being in music school is tons of fun! but also tons of work!
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- Michelle from Romeoville, IL
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Oct-04-2011
I am
a current student here
There is tons of stuff to do on and around campus. Since VanderCook is located minutes away from the city of Chicago, there are literally hundreds of things going on every day. Plus, you have a CTA pass included in your tuition so you can take the CTA trains anywhere for free.
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- Guadalupe from Streamwood, IL
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Mar-23-2011
I am
a current student here
The school is fun, there are ensembles that you can join or if you really want you can make up your own ensembles,. The school environment is really nice and there is no major hostilities. Its just a great place to be, if music is your passion
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