South Hadley, MA · Boston, MA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Mount Holyoke College | The New England Conservatory of Music | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 38.3% | 42.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $64,142 | $58,550 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $64,142 | $58,550 |
| Average Net Price | $21,899 | $35,404 |
| Graduation Rate | 85.0% | 78.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Mount Holyoke College accepts 38.3% of applicants. The New England Conservatory of Music accepts 42.8%. Mount Holyoke College's tuition is $64,142. The New England Conservatory of Music's is $58,550. The New England Conservatory of Music is cheaper. Mount Holyoke College graduates 85% of students in 6 years. The New England Conservatory of Music graduates 78%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Mount Holyoke College. It accepts 38.3% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
The New England Conservatory of Music has lower published tuition: $58,550 versus $64,142. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Mount Holyoke College: 85% of students finish in 6 years. The New England Conservatory of Music is at 78%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.