Tuition, Fees & Discounts
Effective August 3, 2026
Please visit our policy page for more important information and full details about tuition payment and refunds.
Tuition
Tuition is paid through our secure online registration and payment system via ECheck transfer or credit card. There is no fee for ECheck payments. Credit card payments are charged a 3% convenience fee. If you need to make other arrangements, including payment with check or cash, please contact us at info@uvmusic.org or 603-448-1642.
Ensembles, Group Classes and Workshops: Tuition is due in full at the time of enrollment to secure your place. One week before class starts, any unpaid registrations may be withdrawn and space given to another student. Please contact the office if you need assistance with making payment or access to Tuition Assistance.
Lessons for the Spring and Fall Semesters: Tuition is collected in automated monthly installments, or students may elect to pay the full tuition payment before the first lesson begins. A deposit is required to secure your lesson time. Please read the full policies for details.
Summer Lessons are scheduled individually. Tuition is due at the time of enrollment to secure your time slot.
Tuition Assistance & Discounts
Need-based tuition assistance is available. Please visit the Tuition Assistance page for more information. Households with multiple members enrolled in the Individual Lesson, Suzuki, and/or Mini-Group Lesson Programs receive a discount of 10% off their total lesson tuition. Students enrolled in the Individual Lesson, Suzuki, and/or Mini-Group Lesson Programs can receive a discount for enrolling in certain group classes and ensembles. Please check class listings for applicable programs.
Individual Lesson, Mini-Groups, and Suzuki Programs 2026-27
Tuition is based on a 16-week semester. Tuition fees for individual lessons will be pro-rated for new students who enroll after the term has started. Please see our Policies for more details about semester length and frequency of lessons.
Trial Lessons: Trial lessons in the Individual Lesson Program are $48.13 for 30 minutes, $66.56 for 45 minutes, and $84.06 for 60 minutes.
| Individual Lesson Program | Fall & Spring Semesters | Deposit | Remaining Monthly Payments | Tuition by Semester | |
| Lesson Length | Description | Required | 3 Per Semester | Total Per Semester |
|
| 30 minutes | 16 weeks individual lessons, plus studio recitals, collaborative piano, special events, optional theory class | $231 | $179.67 | $770 | |
| 45 minutes | 16 weeks individual lessons, plus studio recitals, collaborative piano, special events, optional theory class | $319.50 | $248.50 | $1,065 | |
| 60 minutes | 16 weeks individual lessons, plus studio recitals, collaborative piano, special events, optional theory class | $403.50 | $313.83 | $1,345 | |
| Mini-Group Lessons | Fall & Spring Semesters | Deposit | Remaining Monthly Payments | Tuition by Semester | |
| 45 minute mini-group | 16 weeks mini group with 2 students, plus studio recitals, collaborative piano, special events, optional theory class | $169.50 | $131.83 | $565 | |
| 60 minute mini-group | 16 weeks mini group with 2 students, plus studio recitals, collaborative piano, special events, optional theory class | $208.50 | $162.17 | $695 | |
| Suzuki Program | Fall & Spring Semesters | Deposit | Remaining Monthly Payments | Tuition by Semester | |
| Lesson Length | Description | Required | 3 Per Semester | Total Per Semester |
|
| 30 minutes | 16 weeks individual lessons, 14 weeks group lessons, recitals and more activities | $256.50 | $199.50 | $855 | |
| 45 minutes | 16 weeks individual lessons, 14 weeks group lessons, recitals and more activities, optional theory class | $352.50 | $274.17 | $1,175 | |
| 60 minutes | 16 weeks individual lessons, 14 weeks group lessons, recitals and more activities, optional theory class | $433.50 | $337.17 | $1,445 |
Fees
Registration Fee: Enrollments in lessons – including the Individual Lesson, Suzuki, and/or Mini-Group Lesson Programs – include an annual registration fee of $45. This fee is only applied to the first registration of each household. This fee does not apply to trial lessons or lessons scheduled during the summer term.
Late Fee: Registrations that are not paid partially or in full before the first lesson or class will be charged a late fee of $45.
Group Classes & Ensembles 2026-27
Group class and ensemble tuition varies by offering and length of session. Please visit the Online Course Catalog for pricing. Please note that tuition for group classes and ensembles cannot be pro-rated.
Summer Program Tuition 2026
Tuition for summer programs varies by offering. Please visit the Online Course Catalog for pricing.
Summer 2026 Lesson Pricing
Individual Lessons: 30 minutes, $47; 45 minutes, $64; 60 minutes, $81
Suzuki Lessons: 30 minutes, $52; 45 minutes, $71; 60 minutes, $87
Summer 2026 Lessons Discounts
New Student 5 Lesson Package (20% savings)
30 min – $188; 45 min – $256; 60 min – $324
Continuing Student 8 Lesson Package (10% savings)
Traditional Lessons: 30 min -$338; 45 min – $461; 60 min – $583
Suzuki Lessons: 30 min -$374; 45 min – $511; 60 min – $626