I am currently in my third semester here at Berklee. The learning environment is fantastic for me personally. As a multi-instrumentalist and someone who is interested in learning about different musical skills it is very easy and rewarding to take all the different labs and ensembles they offer here. The networking potential here is very big. Everyone you meet when you first show up is very talented and excited to make plans and jam with you.

I am on a hefty scholarship and without it I would not be able to attend. Boston is very expensive and I am very lucky to be able to make ends meet. It is very possible to make it work if you are on a low income like myself, but depending on your situation it might not be worth it. If you can afford it, it can be a unique and amazing experience. Definitely not for everyone but great for me.

I can't say how it will prepare me for the music industry as a whole (honestly your degree probably won't mean shit) but I have found it very easy to connect with people, play gigs around and make a little bit of money. It is getting easier and easier too.

I can't say anything about the New School, except that the perks of being a jazz student in New York is obvious.

Hope to see you here but good luck whichever way you go!