Overview
Founded in 1905 as the Institute of Musical Art, Juilliard merged with the Juilliard Graduate School in 1926 and grew into the preeminent American conservatory for performing arts. Relocating to its current home at Lincoln Center in 1969, the school expanded beyond music to include dance and drama divisions, cementing its reputation as a global leader in performing arts education. Juilliard is renowned for producing extraordinary numbers of world-class musicians, actors, and dancers, and its alumni dominate major orchestras, opera houses, Broadway stages, and film.
At a Glance
| Type | Private |
| Location | New York, New York |
| Founded | 1905 |
| Total students | 950 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 4:1 |
| Acceptance rate | 6% |
| Graduation rate | 90% |
| Average starting salary | $45,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $52,190 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $52,190 |
| Room & board | $19,500 |
| Average financial aid | $36,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 90% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | N/A |
| Regular deadline | December 1 |
Top Programs
- Classical Music Performance
- Jazz Studies
- Drama
- Dance
- Composition
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.