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Tuition for the 2007 - 2008 School Year

The tuition costs for the 2007-2008 school can be found on the following tables. All students are charged a $15 registration fee (one per student per semester) in addition to those tuition rates. Registration fee waivers are available for some programs and are outlined below. Late registration fees apply to returning private lesson students and intensive dance students as described below.

Payment options:

  • Payment is accepted by cash (exact change), check (payable to “ University of Hartford ”), or credit card: VISA, Master Card, Discover, and American Express.

  • In most programs, at least 1/2 payment is required at the time of registration. Returning private music lesson students may register during our early registration period and pay a $50 deposit followed by 2 equal installments billed by the University of Hartford.

  • Intensive Dance students have the option of 8 installments and are charged a slightly higher tuition rate to accommodate this billing option.
  • Adults taking a single dance class must pay in full prior to their class.
  • See Registration policies for complete details.

Discounts may apply as follows:

  • family discount details.
  • University of Hartford faculty & staff may apply a 10% discount to their tuition or that of their children for all programs. Additional discounts do not apply. Discounts cannot exceed 10% for any program.
  • Hartt faculty and staff may apply a 10% discount to their tuition or that of their children for all programs. Additional discounts do not apply. Discounts cannot exceed 10% for any program. Hartt CD Private Lesson discounts for ensembles applies regardless of Private Lesson study.

 

Private Music Lessons

The following rates for private music instrustion are based on a 17-week semester. The Middletown and South Windsor satellites follow a 16-week semester. However, the reduced rates apply only to residents of the respective town. Non-residents pay the traditional lesson rate.

*All students must pay a $15 registration fee in addition to the tuition outlined below. Returning private lesson students who submit a signed registration form with a $50 deposit prior to August 1st for the fall and January 1st for the spring semesters are exempt from paying the $15 registration fee. All returning students who register after the start of the semester must pay a $30 late registration fee in addition to their tuition and $15 registration fee. All new private lesson students must pay the $15 registration fee for their first semester of study.

Type of Lesson 30 Minutes* 45 Minutes* 60 Minutes*
Traditional (Hartt and Simsbury Locations) $595.00 $824.50 $1079.50
Suzuki Piano $641.75 $875.50 $1126.25
Suzuki String/Guitar* $803.25 $1041.25 $1300.50
Middletown Satellite $504.00 $696.00 $912.00
South Windsor Satellite $504.00 $696.00 $912.00

*Please note that weekly group classes are included in the Suzuki String and Guitar Rates. Students who study at the main campus, in Glastonbury or Simsbury follow regular rates for tuition.

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Instrumental and Vocal Ensembles

The following ensembles are designed for pre-college students. Tuition rates are given per year as registration for these ensembles is only available for yearlong study. Chamber music tuition is includes 24 coachings per year. Free or reduced tuition is available to all students who take private lessons through the Community Division, as noted below.

Ensemble Community Division Private Lesson Students Other Students
Joza Karas Adult String Ensemble Free Tuition $435/year + $15 registration fee
Concert Ensemble Free Tuition $435/year + $15 registration fee
GHYWE Free Tuition $435/year + $15 registration fee
CYS Free Tuition $435/year + $15 registration fee
Suzuki Orchestras Free Tuition $435/year + $15 registration fee
Early Music Ensemble Free Tuition

$435/year + $15 registration fee

Chamber Trios, Quartets, and Quintets $432/year $486/year + $15 registration fee
Chamber Ensembles (8-10 students) $216/year $246/year + $15 registration fee
Middle School Percussion Ensemble $300/year $350/year + $15 registration fee
High School Percussion Ensemble $500/year $600/year + $15 registration fee
Chamber Choir $216/year $246/year + $15 registration fee
The Connecticut Children's Choir

$130.00 per year

Note: Students of the University of Hartford Magnet School receive discounted tuition of $130/year thanks to our collaborative relationship with the school.

Overture: $400/year
Prelude: $500/year
Canticum: $550/year
Cambiata: $600/year
Concert: $600/year

+ $15 registration fee for all choirs

Note: Students of the University of Hartford Magnet School receive discounted tuition of $130/year thanks to our collaborative relationship with the school.

Performer's Certificate Program Free $435 + $15 registration fee

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First Steps in Music

Class Age Length of Class Tuition*
Infant/Toddler 0-29 months 30 minutes $170 per 10-week session
Nursery 30-42 months 45 minutes $210 per 10-week session
Preschool 3 1/2 - 5 years 60 minutes $230 per 10-week session

*A $15 registration fee is due in addition to tuition.

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Dance Department: General Program

Dance Classes are available for children ages 3 and up. Classes are run for a 36-week school year. Registration fee of $15 will be waived for registrations received on or before August 20th 2007

Children's Ballet and Youth Programs 2007-2008 School Year
1 class per week $522.00 for 36 weeks
Registration Fee $15.00
Payment Plan - B Two Payments of $261, First at time of registration plus registration fee. 2nd payment $261 will be billed by the University of Hartford in March 2008

Payment Plan - C

 

First payment of $130.50 at time of registration then 2nd payment of $130.50 billed by the University of Hartford in November 2007, third payment of $261.00 billed by the University of Hartford in March 2008
Payment Plan - D 10 week Program, one time payment of $135 plus $15 registration fee.

* Fees are pro-rated after the start of the school year.


Teen & Adult Program September 2007 - August 2008
10-Class Dance Card

$135 (same class only; expires 8/31/08)

$13.50 per class – no registration fee

20-Class Dance Card

$240 (same class only, expires 8/31/08)

$12.00 per class – no registration fee

Program Pass
(36 Classes)

$320 (interchangeable between classes, expires 8/31/08)

$8.88 per class – no registration fee

Single Class $15 on a space available basis only
10 Week Programs $135

All Teen & Adult classes require a minimum of 8 students to run. Please purchase your dance card or pass at least 24 hours ahead of the class you plan on attending. Those interchanging between classes should call ahead to ensure the class is running. Thank you.

Discounts cannot be applied to Teen & Adult Programs.

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Dance Department: Intensive Program

The more serious dancer may choose to begin a comprehensive dance curriculum with instruction two days a week and increasing up to six days per week depending upon the student's area of focus (either ballet or modern theatre dance). For this program, three payment plans are available: to pay the full year, to pay twice a year, or to pay eight installments throughout the year.

Level One Annual Payment Two Semi-Annual Payments Eight Installments
Foundation $1,080.00 $549.00 $141.75
A & B Ballet $2,448.00 $1,242.00 $315.00
BII & C Ballet $3,348.00 $1,695.00 $428.85
C II/ D Ballet $4,266.00 $2,163.60 $549.00
EI E & F Ballet $5,454.00 $2,766.60 $702.00
D Modern Theater $2,718.00 $1,378.80 $349.65
E & F Modern Theater $2,718.00 $1,378.80 $349.00
Registration Fee $15 (Waived for registrations received on or before August 20th 2007)

$30 Late Registration Fee

Waived for returning students for registrations received prior to 9/4/07 (Does not apply to new students)

 

Students in the Intensive Program may also choose to take an additional class in the level above where they are studying now, by invitation only (speak to Susan Brooker). The additional tuition for the year is as follows:

C - $522
D - $522
E/F - $522

Students in the Intensive Program may choose other classes within the General Youth or Adult program of choice as appropriate and those fees apply.

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