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VanderCook College of Music, located in Chicago, Illinois, was established in 1909 by Hale A. VanderCook. Originally known as VanderCook Cornet School, the college was given its present name in 1928. Commonly referred to as VCM, the college offers quality education in the field of music and performing arts. Prospective students can choose from courses offered in areas such as band, choir, general music, orchestra and music technology. Students can also take advantage of online course and interdisciplinary programs.
VCM has an active Greek life with the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Sigma Alpha Iota organizations. Students can also join the American Choral Directors Association, the American String Teachers Association and the National Band Association. Deserving students are eligible for institutional financial aid such as the VCM H. E. Nutt Academic Excellence Grant and the VCM Dean’s List Grant.
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Campus Location3140 S. Federal St.
Chicago, IL 60616-3731
USA
Main Tel: (312) 225-6288
Web Site The campus is in a large city. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in education and teaching.
- Number of dorm rooms for students.
- Racially diverse student body.
Other important characteristics: - Library on-campus
- Campus housing available
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total
Earned | Different
Programs |
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| Master | 76 | 1 | | Bachelor | 20 | 1 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 320 in 2007-2008 (369 full-time equivalent). About 48% of the freshmen class in 2008-2009 was male and women were 52% of the class. Undergrads are 17% of enrolled students and graduate students are 83%. About 4% of freshmen are from countries other than the US. Students living in the US make up 96% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 20,140 | | Room | $ 4,914 | | Board | $ 4,537 | | Books and supplies | $ 1,700 | | Other | $ 2,200 |
Financial Aid: VanderCook College Of Music participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
FacultyTenure (2008-2009): | Full-Time Faculty | | Total |
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| Without tenure; tenure not available | | 12 |
Housing and MealsVanderCook College Of Music provides on-campus housing for 150 of its 369 (full-time) students (as of 2008-2009).
Admissions (2008-2009)| Applicants | Admitted |
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| Men | 79% | | Women | 100% | | All | 87% |
SAT Test Scores:| SAT | Middle 50% |
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| Verbal | 520-540 | | Math | 390-550 | | Writing | 430-670 |
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) EDUCATION AND TEACHING (96 awarded)
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