Manhattan School of Music
Manhattan School of Music is a private music conservatory located in New York City. It offers undergraduate degrees in classical performance, composition, jazz studies, musical theatre, and contemporary performance. Students benefit from performance opportunities and connection to New York's cultural ecosystem.
Acceptance rate
41%
Undergrad enrollment
546
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$125
Supplemental essay prompts
Tell us about a transformative musical moment that has shaped the way you perform, influenced the way you interact with the musical community, or helped you imagine your career trajectory. How will your time at MSM help you continue on your musical journey and allow you to realize your professional and creative goals?
Manhattan School of Music is dedicated to the New York advantage, nurturing community, and artistic excellence. Which of these three values do you most resonate with and why?
In your development; musically, academically, or personally, describe an experience of which you overcame an obstacle and how you have evolved as a result.
What is a non-musical community with which you are involved with, and why is it important to you?