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Private Non-Profit

VanderCook College of Music

Chicago, IL

Official Website
Median Earnings
$47,863
10 years after enrollment
Grad Rate
58.8%
6-year completion
Students
76
Undergraduate enrollment
Admit Rate
89.5%
Acceptance rate

Annual Cost Breakdown

Full Sticker Price

$44,613/yr

Tuition + fees + room + board + books. What you pay with no financial aid.

Avg After Grants

$19,780/yr

What students who received federal/institutional grants actually paid on average. Varies by family income.

Tuition Only

$30,910/yr

Tuition only — does not include room, board, or fees.

💡 The “Avg After Grants” is an average across all students who received aid — your actual cost depends on your family income. Use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after grants — by income bracket. Source: U.S. Dept of Education, AY 2022–23.

Under $30k/yr income$16,308/yr
$30k–$48k/yr income—
$48k–$75k/yr income$17,968/yr
$75k–$110k/yr income—
Over $110k/yr income$31,777/yr

These are averages for aid recipients. Your exact cost depends on your specific FAFSA results. Estimate yours on studentaid.gov →

Admissions & Outcomes

Acceptance Rate
89.5%
1-Year Retention
88.2%
Pell Grant Recipients
26.3%
First-Generation Students
—

Acceptance Rate

89.5%

Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

Top Programs

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% of bachelor's degrees awarded in each field

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Program Rankings

Official program-level rankings (US News, QS, Forbes) are not available through a free public API. The Earnings by Major section below is the best free proxy — it shows real median salaries 2 years after graduation for each program at this school, sourced directly from federal earnings data.

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Frequently Asked Questions about VanderCook College of Music

How much does VanderCook College of Music cost?

The average net price at VanderCook College of Music after grants and scholarships is $19,780 per year. The full sticker price before aid is $44,613/yr. Your actual cost depends on your family income — use the school's Net Price Calculator for a personalized estimate.

What is the graduation rate at VanderCook College of Music?

The 6-year graduation rate at VanderCook College of Music is 58.8%. The 1-year retention rate is 88.2%. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What is the acceptance rate at VanderCook College of Music?

The acceptance rate at VanderCook College of Music is 89.5%. Accessible — open to a wide range of applicants.

What do VanderCook College of Music graduates earn?

The median earnings of students who attended VanderCook College of Music 10 years after enrollment is $47,863. Earnings vary significantly by major — see the Earnings by Major section above for program-specific data. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Is VanderCook College of Music a good school?

Whether VanderCook College of Music is the right fit depends on your major, budget, and priorities. Key facts: 59% graduation rate, average net price of $19,780/year, median graduate earnings of $47,863 at 10 years. Use our free Fit Score quiz to see how this school ranks against your specific needs.

Data from U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, AY 2022–23 (updated November 2025). Earnings reflect median 10-year outcomes for all students who enrolled.