Training the leading artists, creators, and innovators in classical music.
Free Tuition
Tuition is free for all students—always. Since our earliest years, Curtis Institute of Music has provided full-tuition scholarships to all students, regardless of financial situation.
Free Tuition
Tuition is free for all students—always. Since our earliest years, Curtis Institute of Music has provided full-tuition scholarships to all students, regardless of financial situation.
Based in Philadelphia
Home to world-class performing arts groups and museums, rich history, and beautiful green spaces, Philadelphia is a fabulous place to explore—and to be a student.
Small by Design
Curtis’ highly selective admissions process ensures that students learn alongside talented peers who challenge and inspire them. Our 160-student body is international, multicultural, and truly one of a kind.
Student Life
At Curtis, students find a unique and nurturing environment where they form connections that last a lifetime.
100 Year Legacy
Our school, founded by Mary Louise Curtis Bok, has spent a century shaping the future of classical music.
Our Mission
The mission of Curtis is to educate and train exceptionally gifted young musicians to engage a local and global community through the highest level of artistry.
Curtis students receive one-on-one training in their department while collaborating with exceptional peers to shape their artistry.
