You probably know that Berklee College of Music is the premier institution in the world for the study of contemporary music. But you might not realize that in addition to its full-time degree and diploma programs, Berklee also offers a wide selection of summer programs for qualified participants who are not enrolled at the college. Our summer programs vary in emphasis and range in length from one weekend to five weeks, or even a full twelve-week summer semester. One or more may be right for you.
As a student in one of Berklee's summer programs, you will spend much of your time in classes between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. every weekday. But when you have a break between classes or time after school, you can find jam sessions, make use of the private practice rooms, or visit the Learning Center, which is equipped with 40 computer synthesizer workstations featuring the latest in educational software.
Berklee's summer programs are taught by members of the Berklee College of Music faculty—not students or teaching assistants. Visiting artists present clinics and concerts during our programs, and as a Berklee summer student, you will have free admission to Berklee-sponsored concerts and recitals. You will also have access to Berklee's Career Development Center and the Stan Getz Media Center and Library, where you may view videos of past concerts, clinics, and commencement addresses such as those given by Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Billy Joel, Joe Lovano, and Sting.
When the program you attend comes to a close, you will receive a certificate of completion. All students in the performance programs will play in a closing concert, so invite your family and friends. Students attending the Full-Credit Summer Program will receive final grades and, upon request, an official college transcript.
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