Why study at Berklee?

At Berklee College of Music, you'll deepen your understanding of music, expand your abilities, and collaborate with exceptional artists. 

Note that there is a separate application process for Berklee Online(Opens in a new window) and Boston Conservatory at Berklee(Opens in a new window).
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Take the First Step

How to Apply

Get started with these three steps:

  1. Submit the application form.
  2. Send us your transcript.
  3. Confirm your audition and/or interview.
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Paying for Berklee

Tuition, Aid, and Scholarships

We can help you with all issues related to aid and affordability. 

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Introduce Yourself

Audition and Interview

Applying to the Bachelor of Music program requires an audition. Here's what to expect and how to prepare.

Explore the Boston Campus

Take a virtual tour to see our studios, dorms, and practice spaces.

Visit us in Boston for a student-led campus tour and presentation.

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Study Abroad in Valencia

Take your Berklee experience abroad at our campus in the vibrant, culturally rich Mediterranean city of Valencia, Spain. You’ll broaden your perspective of the world, find artistic inspiration, and launch your global music career—all while building your Berklee community and studying the Berklee curriculum.

  • First Year Abroad: A select group of undergraduate students can begin their Berklee journey in Valencia before completing their degree in Boston.
  • Study Abroad Program: Spend a semester in Valencia (third semester or later) while earning credits toward graduation.

Immerse yourself in a vibrant international music scene and expand your artistic horizons.

What does it take to thrive at Berklee?

Our programs take you beyond the classroom and into the global music scene.

We look for creative and collaborative musicians who possess significant potential and are eager to revolutionize the modern music industry.

  • 4,300 students
  • 1:11 faculty-to-student ratio
  • 95+ countries represented