Boston Conservatory MT

Do most families get scholarships at BoCo - we got nothing, just $5,000 of student loans.

^^^I spoke with my nephew last night and he reported the same thing - just the $5k of fed loans - and he is fairly high need. He is calling the fin aid office today but I haven’t really heard of large FA packages for BoCo. I’m hoping there are exceptions!

I have heard they have given out several full tuition offers and the most scholarship is $15,000, but mostly nothing for 95% of the applicants. I have called the financial aid office 3 times and written emails and have heard nothing in response…I have been told by current families they rarely give any extra money even through appeals. I hope this isn’t true…I guess I will get another job!

@32barMom - they are working on endowment at Berklee/BoCo to eventually be able to give more aid to more students, but unfortunately it will be to late for us - and we are stretching.

@KAT67 welcome to the BoCo family! So exciting. You can PM me if you have questions and I can put you in touch with my daughter! Join the parent FB group - it’s a helpful community. And the students are very supportive of each other.

Congrats to all on the acceptances and decisions! I didn’t see any reference to the showcase question that @getmeinMT had asked about so I figured I’d chime in. D is a graduating senior and a good bit of time has been spent this year preparing for showcase. During senior year you get a rep coach and faculty members spends time with the students solely focused on song selection and arrangement. They have numerous casting agents who come in to do classes and consultations throughout the year too. IMO, Boco does a tremendous job preparing the kids for auditioning and the “real world” of MT. They even have exercises where students have to research the cost of living in NY, find affordable neighborhoods and make plans for how they will pay their bills while auditioning. Anyhow, the showcases are typically well attended by industry professionals and from what I’ve heard a good number of kids get representation or at least casting invitations through the showcases.

@DramaLlama18 Thank you! We are very excited! I just asked to join the FB group. I will PM you.

@Bogeyw Thank you for that run down on senior showcase!

thank you @DramaLlama18 and @Bogeyw so much!!! one more question - all students showcase, right? I know places like Syracuse has an audition process for the showcase, which was a letdown as I really loved other aspects of their program. I just wanna make sure all seniors have a shot at getting exposure! Thanks

@getmeintoMT my D was told that all students get to showcase, but they only have 90 seconds because of the size of the class. I have heard they are going for smaller classes in the future, but I am not sure that is true.

@DramaLlama18 - what is the name of the FB page? Can I join if he hasn’t commited yet?

@DramaLlama18 I requested a week ago to join (my D has committed) and am still waiting to be approved. Here you go: Boston Conservatory at Berklee: Parent/Family Group

@getmeintoMT It’s much more than just the showcase. Casting directors regularly come to BoCo for shows because of the school’s deep industry connections and excellent reputation. And there’s a an alumni career and networking site that students and grads can use for life. I’m sure there’s much more, but we’re still in the freshman triage phase of the journey!

@KAT67 that’s a strange delay - I remember getting in right away, but I think I joined later in the summer. Maybe try again? @32barMom I think you can join if you haven’t committed - give it a try and if you have trouble, I’ll ask within the group. Boston Conservatory at Berklee: Parent/Family Group.

@KAT67 You may have to answer a few questions? There’s also a Berklee parent group, Berklee Parent Network. Lots of overlap but helpful, too.
@32barMom I think it’s intended for only those whose students have committed.

Hi Everyone!
New to CC
S invited to BOCO - very excited!!!

@MTPhillyMom Congratulations to your son!

@KAT67 Thank you!!

@MTPhillyMom My D is going to BOCO too!

@MTPhillyMom welcome to the BoCo family! My D is a freshman - PM me if you have any questions!

@DadOfMTboy welcome to the BoCo family! We’re just back from the Freshman Revue - you can watch it online and see the level your kid will be at next year. The Senior showcase is available to stream also. Let us know if you have any questions! https://livestream.com/thebostonconservatory/2019freshmanreview?origin=event_published&mixpanel_id=f5402dc4f7298-02ca79d7f-43681f0a-2ee000-f5402dc4f83cf&acc_id=28447965&medium=email