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What are your chances at VanderCook College of Music?

Chicago, IL · Private · 76 students

90%admitted
89.5% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 90 are admitted.

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What VanderCook College of Music actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$19,780
per year, after grants · sticker $44,613
Median earnings
$47,863
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
66.7%
finish within six years
Median debt
$27,000
at graduation · about $286/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$16,308
$48,000 – $75,000$17,968
$75,000 – $110,000$20,485
Over $110,000$31,777

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, VanderCook College of Music’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at VanderCook College of Music

VanderCook College of Music accepts about 89.5% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.