Flexible Options to Withdraw
We know that summer plans can sometimes change. You may cancel for any reason at least one month prior to your in-person, U.S.-based Summer Program and receive 100 percent of your tuition and housing payment back.
You have the option to withdraw and receive a refund of any tuition and/or housing payments based on when you submit your written withdrawal notice. Please note that registration fees are nonrefundable and Berklee is unable to refund the 2.95 percent service charge for credit or debit card payments.
Refund Timeline
Standard Withdrawal Refund Policy
100 percent tuition and housing refund: To receive a 100 percent tuition and housing refund, submit your withdrawal request at least one month prior to the first day of the program.
50 percent tuition and housing refund: Submit your written withdrawal request one month prior through 5:00 p.m. ET of the first day of the program.
No refunds for non-medical withdrawals are available after the first day of the program.
Medical Withdrawal Refund Policy
You are required to submit written verification from a doctor that confirms you couldn't complete the program due to a medical issue.
100 percent tuition and housing refund: To receive a 100 percent tuition and housing refund, submit your withdrawal request prior to the first day of the program.
Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive: After the program begins, refunds for Aspire students are tiered by week. Submit your written withdrawal request to receive an 80 percent tuition and housing refund in week 1 with a 20 percent refund reduction per week with approval.
Other In-Person, U.S.-Based Summer Programs: After the program begins, you can submit your written withdrawal request to receive a 50 percent tuition and housing refund with approval.
Spain Summer Performance Program
Please refer to the full details of the Spain Summer Performance Program's withdrawal and refund policies found on the Spain Summer Performance Program page.
Online Summer Courses
Please refer to the full details of the online summer course withdrawal and refund policies found on Online Summer Courses Page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the requirements to withdraw from an on-campus program?
To withdraw from an on-campus Summer Program, students must email a withdrawal notice to Berklee Summer Programs. Requests to withdraw will not be accepted over the phone. If you withdraw after you start the program, you must complete an exit interview with the program director.
If you choose to withdraw, send your written notice to summer@berklee.edu and include the following:
- Your full legal name
- The name of the program you'd like to withdraw from
- Your student ID number
Can I transfer my registration to another program, or defer it to next year?
Program registrations cannot be transferred or deferred. If you registered and are no longer able to attend, please follow the instructions above for withdrawal. If you wish to register for a different program after withdrawing, you may do so at berklee.edu/apply.
What if I am a minor (under 18 years old)?
Students under the age of 18 who wish to withdraw from their program must obtain written permission from their parent or legal guardian and submit it via email to summer@berklee.edu (for in-person programs) or registrar@online.berklee.edu (for online programs).
What if I need to withdraw from an on-campus program for a medical reason?
Students who withdraw for medical reasons may be eligible to receive a prorated adjustment of tuition for their program. To request a medical withdrawal from an on-campus program, the student is required to submit written verification from a doctor that confirms the student couldn't complete the program due to a medical issue. Verifications must be submitted to summer@berklee.edu.
What if I need to withdraw from an online Summer Program for a medical reason?
How can I use the scholarship award I received for Aspire: Five-Week Performance Intensive?
If you received a scholarship to attend Aspire and you choose to withdraw, you may apply up to 100 percent of your scholarship toward outstanding tuition charges only.
Berklee scholarship awards cannot be used toward housing costs and are never issued as a cash reimbursement under any circumstances. Scholarships are non-transferable.
What happens if my program is canceled by Berklee?
If you are registered for a program that is canceled by Berklee, you will be eligible for a 100 percent refund, including the registration fee.
