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Curtis Institute of Music

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world rank  2860

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Overview

Established in 1924, the Curtis Institute of Music is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Philadelphia (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Curtis Institute of Music is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: under-250 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Curtis Institute of Music offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 101-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Curtis Institute of Music also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Curtis Institute of Music's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Curtis Institute of Music's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Curtis Institute of Music' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Curtis Institute of Music's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

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Founded 1924
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University Location

Address 1726 Locust Street
Philadelphia
19103 Pennsylvania
United States
Curtis Institute of Music's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Curtis Institute of Music Phone Number (215) 893 5252
Curtis Institute of Music Fax Number (215) 893 0194
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Curtis Institute of Music is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Curtis Institute of Music's academic range and degree level offering.



Curtis Institute of Music: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

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Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Curtis Institute of Music categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Curtis Institute of Music.



Curtis Institute of Music: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Curtis Institute of Music's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Curtis Institute of Music's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Curtis Institute of Music's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is recommended
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is neither required nor recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is required
  • Admission test scores are neither required nor recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Curtis Institute of Music's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Curtis Institute of Music's Admission Office Admission Office

1726 Locust Street
Philadelphia 19103-6187
(215) 893 5262


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Curtis Institute of Music's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment of fewer than 250, making it a very small-sized institution


Curtis Institute of Music's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Curtis Institute of Music's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Curtis Institute of Music's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Curtis Institute of Music's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Curtis Institute of Music's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Curtis Institute of Music's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Curtis Institute of Music is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Curtis Institute of Music's Library University Library

Yes Visit Curtis Institute of Music's Library
Curtis Institute of Music's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 60,071 physical volumes, 22,849 physical media, 2,967 digital/electronic media and 26 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 4 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Curtis Institute of Music's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Curtis Institute of Music's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Curtis Institute of Music provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 87 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Curtis Institute of Music's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Curtis Institute of Music's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Curtis Institute of Music's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Curtis Institute of Music's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Curtis Institute of Music's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Curtis Institute of Music's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Curtis Institute of Music's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Curtis Institute of Music's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Curtis Institute of Music's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Curtis Institute of Music is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Curtis Institute of Music's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Curtis Institute of Music as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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