Session Dates
Fall 2023: September 5–December 15
Spring 2024: January 23–May 10
About the Program
The Music and English Intensive Program (MEIP) is an English as a second language (ESL) program for performing artists. This program is only available to students provisionally admitted to Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.
MEIP is offered as a six-week session in the summer and a 15-week session in both spring (incoming Berklee College of Music students only) and fall. Students enrolled in MEIP are evaluated at the end of the session to determine if they demonstrate the necessary English proficiency to enroll in a degree or diploma program for the next semester. Students requiring further training in English at the end of the initial MEIP session will have the option to continue MEIP in the next term.
Provisional acceptance to Berklee is only valid for up to one year. If a student cannot matriculate within one academic year of their original intended start term, their provisional acceptance expires, and they must reapply and reaudition for future terms.
If you have questions, please email admissions@berklee.edu.
Admission to the Program
Students that apply to any degree or diploma program at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee may receive an admission decision for MEIP. Only students who apply to a program at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee may be admitted to MEIP, and there is no separate application process for MEIP.
Students can appeal their MEIP decision by submitting recent English test scores within four (4) weeks of receiving their decision. Appeals after four (4) weeks cannot be accepted. Students who have submitted their deposit for MEIP cannot appeal with English test scores.
All admissions appeals for the summer and fall sessions must be resolved by May 1. All admissions appeals for the spring session must be resolved by October 15.
Coursework
English as a Second Language (ESL)
ESL courses cover the four major skill areas in the English language: speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Grammar is included in all areas. These classes give students opportunities to communicate in English, and Berklee's experienced ESL teachers provide ample support throughout the program. Homework, reading, and class activities in MEIP will be related to the performing arts, giving students the vocabulary and knowledge needed to communicate effectively in English about their area of study. ESL classes meet for 18 hours each week.
Performing Arts
MEIP allows students to continue their artistic study while improving their English language skills. In summer, MEIP students will receive 5 private lessons. Spring and fall MEIP students will receive 14 private lessons.
Visa
Students from outside the U.S. who plan to attend the College or Conservatory as a full-time student after completing MEIP requirements will need to request a Form I-20 in order to apply for an F-1 student visa at the U.S. embassy/consulate that serves their area. Please visit the Berklee visa information page for more information on completing this process.
Tuition and Fees
Fall 2023
| EXPENSE TYPE | COST |
|---|
| Tuition | $21,035 |
| Housing and meals | $9,720* |
| Medical insurance | $2,623 |
| Books (estimate) | $200 |
| Incidental expenses (estimate) | $1,085 |
| Total estimated cost | $34,663 |
*These are based on on-campus housing costs. Students living off campus may pay less, but this amount must still be used for the certification of finances for the I-20. There is no on-campus housing guaranteed for students who continue with MEIP in the fall semester.
In order to confirm your seat in MEIP, a $1,000 tuition deposit is due. You will receive an email with more information about submitting your deposit.
If you have received a scholarship award as part of your provisional acceptance packet, this scholarship cannot be applied to MEIP, but will instead go into effect if you fully matriculate into a degree program.
Spring 2024
| EXPENSE TYPE | COST |
|---|
| Tuition | $21,035 |
| Housing and meals | $9,720* |
| Medical insurance | $1,548 |
| Books (estimate) | $200 |
| Incidental expenses (estimate) | $1,085 |
| Total estimated cost | $33,588 |
*These are based on on-campus housing costs. Students living off campus may pay less, but this amount must still be used for the certification of finances for the I-20. There is no on-campus housing guaranteed for students who continue with MEIP in the fall semester.
In order to confirm your seat in MEIP, a $1,000 tuition deposit is due. You will receive an email with more information about submitting your deposit.
If you have received a scholarship award as part of your provisional acceptance packet, this scholarship cannot be applied to MEIP, but will instead go into effect if you fully matriculate into a degree program.
Check In and Orientation
Spring 2024
More information about spring 2024 check-in and orientation will be sent to students enrolled in MEIP for the spring 2024 semester.
