<p>Are you interested in getting a degree in music performance, i.e a BM? Chicago does not offer a BM, only BA in music history or composition. But there are lots of performance opportunities at Chicago for talented, passionate classical musicians, which might not be the case for someone at Rice or NWU if they are NOT in the Music conservatory. So the question is- what is your intended major?
The “feel” of Chicago is different than the other schools. It is very academic and rigorous, and does not have the typical “big U” rah-rah feel to it. It attracts students who are passionate about learning ABOVE ALL ELSE, and is not a forgiving place for those who are looking to have fun in college.</p>