Study at VanderCook College of Music

 Profile of VanderCook College of Music

VanderCook College of Music is located in Chicago, IL (a large city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by VanderCook College of Music is the Master's degree.

Course Topics

The school is known for its programs in education and teaching.

VanderCook College of Music Selectivity

VanderCook College of Music does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 450. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 560 and 580.

Student Enrollment

VanderCook College of Music had 320 enrolled students in 2007. The school has a large minority student population.

Student Life

Full-time students are the norm at VanderCook College of Music. The school has a residential or campus feel. VanderCook College of Music offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school offers students meal plans.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of VanderCook College of Music is to enrich the lives of present and future generations through the preparation of teachers in instrumental, choral, and general music disciplines. Our broad-based curriculum is designed to prepare teachers with strong character, skill in the process of teaching, and respect for the essential role of music in our culture."