Berklee is located in one of the best and liveliest areas in the city. However, as in any urban setting, it is necessary to exercise caution and common sense. We stress neighborhood and residence hall safety and security with Summer Programs students. Berklee's Public Safety Department is responsible for campus safety, security, law enforcement, and...

Navigating travel to or from one of Berklee's Summer Programs can be a complicated process, especially with large instruments or gear. Below is a recommended list of what you should plan to bring for your program, organized by primary instrument. Instruments and Gear to Bring for Your Program With the exception of pianists and drummers, students are...

Berklee Summer Programs does not facilitate or offer any campus tours. However, if you wish to tour the campus prior to your program, we highly recommend scheduling an in-person tour through either the Berklee College of Music Admissions Department or the Boston Conservatory at Berklee Admissions Department.   For students and parents interested in ...

Video Submission Prior to Program Start Many of Berklee's registration-based music performance programs require students to prepare a short video demonstrating their performance ability. While submissions are reviewed by program faculty, they do not affect a registrant's ability to participate in their program; the video submissions are simply used ...

While many parents/guardians travel to Boston with their child(ren) to accompany them throughout check-in, this is not a requirement and some students opt to travel to their program independently. Below are some tips for those traveling to Berklee as a minor (under 18 years of age). All major US airlines have policies in place related to flights for...

The expectation for all of our registered Summer Programs students is that they will behave in a professional and responsible manner. Though our faculty and staff want to encourage an environment of fun and exploration, it is important that their time spent preparing for and teaching their courses is met with respect. Students are expected to attend...

Berklee partners with several hotels near our main campus in Boston, Massachusetts regarding discounted rates. Rates are based on availability and will vary by season. Discounted rates apply to Berklee College of Music and Boston Conservatory at Berklee guests. To take advantage of these discounted rates, please contact the hotels directly by phone ...

Many of our performance-based programs will culminate in a final performance or showcase, typically on the last day of the program. Below is the complete list of our programs and the current availability of their final performances. This table is intended to be informational but is subject to change. Final program schedules will be available within ...

The City of Boston has an ordinance that bans the playing of instruments on city sidewalks. The city also requires a permit for large gatherings, including parades. Blocking access to city sidewalks is prohibited. There are also curfews on noise and disturbances during evening and morning hours. Students are not permitted to busk on the street unles...

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. S 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99, is a federal law that protects the privacy of the education records of students who are 18 years old and older. All Berklee Staff must comply with this federal law. They cannot provide parents or family members with information about students concerning grades,...

We want to be clear about our expectations regarding acceptable behavior. We do our best to protect our community, which includes young people and children below the age of 16. Like many college campuses, we do not offer constant adult supervision, but we treat each other with respect in a safe environment. Therefore, if we hear or see something tha...

The Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive is Berklee's longest and most immersive summer experience. It is important that each student socially and academically prepares for their Aspire: Five-Week experience prior to their arrival on campus, regardless of age or ability. It is our goal at Berklee Summer Programs to provide each of our stude...

Registered students will receive instructions via email approximately one week prior to the program start to download a mobile app called Guidebook. These instructions will be sent to the student email address on file with us and the app will provide you access to your specific program's schedule. Each program will receive their own Guidebook page, ...

Program “Next Steps”: Pre-Arrival Check-in Requirements  In anticipation of your program's check-in, please review the following list of next steps and check-in requirements. You will not be able to check-in without fulfilling the requirements listed below. Program Registration Your program registration must be fully submitted, with the registration...

Berklee Summer Programs is unable to offer on-campus instrument storage to students. This policy has been established due to the large amount of Summer Programs students we have on campus each year combined with the high demand for locker storage from our undergraduate and graduate students. ...

Within a week of your program starting, you will receive instructions via email to your student email address on file with us to download a mobile app called Guidebook. This app will provide you with an overview of the program schedule, information on faculty and guest artists, and a social wall where you can post and engage with other program parti...

Berklee insures only its own property against loss. It does not insure against nor reimburse against the loss, from any cause, of student property. It is strongly suggested that students who possess property of value insure against loss through their own insurance company. One way to insure an instrument is to attach a floater to a parent or guardia...

Berklee College of Music's Boston Campus is conveniently located in the heart of Boston and is accessible from all of the city's major highways and via air, train, bus, and car. For help planning your trip to Boston and Berklee, please visit bostonusa.com. Interactive Map of Boston, with Berklee College of Music marked by a red bubble labeled “C”. C...

Many Berklee Summer Programs culminate in a final performance or final showcase. In the event that a program’s final performance is scheduled to be live-streamed or recorded, students and their families and friends may view the performance virtually at the locations listed below. Berklee College of Music Summer Programs Berklee College of Music Live...

In the event that a Summer Programs student is in need of instrument rental or repairs services during their time in Boston, below is a list of instrument rental and repair stores in the Back Bay/Fenway neighborhood:  Berklee College of Music While Berklee does not provide rental or repair services, the following instruments and gear are provided to...

If you are interested in declaring Electronic Digital Instrument (EDI) as your primary instrument, it is important to understand that you are identifying yourself as an electronic musician who creates and performs digital music live in real-time. EDI instrumentalists will develop proficiency in specific areas during their program, depending on their...

There is no formal dress requirement for any of our Berklee Summer Programs day-to-day activities. However, we highly recommend dressing in clothes that would allow you to be comfortable and/or move as your program demands. All registered students should plan to bring footwear that allows for comfort while walking—due to the urban nature of our camp...