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2 recently reported fields of study, with certificate, bachelor's, and master's options.
Why this matters: Arts & Design is one broad area with recently reported completed awards.
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2 recently reported fields of study, with certificate, bachelor's, and master's options.
Why this matters: Arts & Design is one broad area with recently reported completed awards.
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89.5% recent institutional admission rate.
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Estimated yearly budget: $49,618 per year.
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VanderCook College of Music is a private nonprofit four-year institution in Chicago, Illinois, with undergraduate and graduate programs.
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