Longy School of Music of Bard College
Cambridge, Massachusetts · Private, nonprofit · 10 undergraduates
All 1 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Massachusetts high-school graduate (about $41,044/yr). Another 3 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| $30k to $48k | $40,055 |
| $48k to $75k | $37,005 |
| All families (average) | $38,530 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Master's Degree | $48,961 | +$7,917 | clears the bar | $48,000 | 6.1 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 6% of students receive Pell grants · 78% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.