Is Longy School of Music of Bard College worth it?
Longy School of Music of Bard College is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in Cambridge, Massachusetts (midsize city). It awarded 133 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in voice and opera, keyboard instruments and music teacher education.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$21,735
Median earnings 4 years after
$45,380
Median earnings 10 years after
$46,543
Average net price
$38,530
Completion rate
78%
Completions (2024)
133
Years to pay back
3.4 years
Students (undergrad)
10
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Master's | $30,660 | $48,961 | 58 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Master's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Music | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Music | Graduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Voice and Opera | Master's | 30 |
| Music Teacher Education | Master's | 21 |
| Music Performance, General | Master's | 18 |
| Keyboard Instruments | Master's | 18 |
| Stringed Instruments | Master's | 10 |
| Keyboard Instruments | Post-bacc certificate | 7 |
| Woodwind Instruments | Master's | 6 |
| Music Theory and Composition | Master's | 5 |
| Voice and Opera | Post-bacc certificate | 4 |
| Brass Instruments | Master's | 4 |
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Sources: federal figures for Longy School of Music of Bard College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Massachusetts. Counts under 10 are not published.
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