Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
97.30%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
VanderCook College of Music Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 97.30%. This means approximately 973 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 70 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
97.30%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $30,910 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $30,910 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $38,850 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,094 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 27.66% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 50.00% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does VanderCook College of Music Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$30,910
Books and supplies
$1,200
Fees and remainder
$6,740
Sticker price
$38,850
Average net price
$17,094
Average aid coverage
56%
$21,756 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at VanderCook College of Music pays approximately $17,094 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is VanderCook College of Music?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
VanderCook College of Music net price
$17,094
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
VanderCook College of Music Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $30,910 and average net price at $17,094. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$30,910
Current net price
$17,094
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
46.67%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$47,863
Undergraduates
70
10-Year Median Earnings - VanderCook College of Music vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
VanderCook College of Music graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends VanderCook College of Music?
Undergraduates
70
Completion rate
46.67%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
27.66%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
50.00%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 27.66% of VanderCook College of Music students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 50.00% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at VanderCook College of Music
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use VanderCook College of Music's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
VanderCook College of Music lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
VanderCook College of Music is listed at 3140 South Federal Street, Chicago, IL 60616-3731. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare VanderCook College of Music with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VanderCook College of Music | 97.30% | $30,910 | $17,094 | $47,863 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Chicago schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Chicago.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is VanderCook College of Music's acceptance rate?
VanderCook College of Music's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 97.30%.
How much is VanderCook College of Music tuition?
VanderCook College of Music's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $30,910.
What is VanderCook College of Music's average net price?
VanderCook College of Music's average net price in the local dataset is $17,094.
What does VanderCook College of Music cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $18,642 for VanderCook College of Music students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is VanderCook College of Music's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $47,863 for VanderCook College of Music.
Is VanderCook College of Music accredited?
VanderCook College of Music's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend VanderCook College of Music?
The local dataset lists 70 undergraduate students at VanderCook College of Music.
What percentage of VanderCook College of Music students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for VanderCook College of Music in the local dataset is 27.66%.
What is the federal loan rate at VanderCook College of Music?
The federal loan rate for VanderCook College of Music in the local dataset is 50.00%.
Where should I verify VanderCook College of Music data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with VanderCook College of Music or the latest official federal education data.