Manhattan School of Music is deeply committed to excellence in education, performance, and creative activity; to the humanity of the School’s environment; and to the cultural enrichment of the larger community. A premier international conservatory, MSM inspires and empowers highly talented individuals to realize their potential.

Manhattan School of Music takes full advantage of New York's abundant learning and performance opportunities, preparing highly talented students for careers as passionate performers and composers and to be imaginative, effective leaders in the arts. Our students thrive in a supportive atmosphere that encourages excellence, values individuals, and welcomes innovation.

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Audition Requirements

All applicants who have completed their online application and passed prescreening (if applicable) must audition in order to be admitted to MSM.

Scholarship details: $22,000

MSM's Center for Career Readiness and Community Impact (CCRCI) provides professional career coaching in a supportive environment. In addition to career-advancing coursework, the program’s highlights include: a series of arts partnerships with local K–12 schools and memory care facilities; MSM performances for visiting school groups; teaching placements for CCRCI participants; a dynamic calendar of Setting the Stage workshops, resources for current students/alumni (including the Hire A Musician referral service, Private Teacher Directory, and Online Opportunities Board), and one-on-one career advising.

KEY STATISTICS (college level and above)

Music Faculty: 89 full time, 166 adjunct

Brass • Collaborative Piano • Composition (Performance) • Conducting • Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media • Organ • Piano • Strings • Vocal Arts/Opera • Winds & Percussion • Musical Theatre • Orchestral Performance • Classical Contemporary Performance

Bachelor of Music