The Music Institute of Chicago is a 501 (C)(3) Non-Profit Organization.
Your tuition & activity fee includes:
- World-class instruction from our highly trained and experienced faculty
- Student recitals, programs, and performance opportunities
- Purchase and maintenance of more than 100 studio pianos and other stationary instruments
- Continued opportunities for every student to perform in Nichols Concert Hall
- Master class opportunities with guest artists and educators
- Live streaming services for many student recitals at Nichols Concert Hall
- Nichols Concert Hall free admission for multiple world-class events, including more than 40 MIC Resident Ensemble performances each year.
2025-2026 Fall & Spring Private Instruction
(17 weeks per semester) | Pricing per semester
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Traditional Private Instruction
Higher hourly rates apply to special-rate faculty.
+$100 annual activity fee per family.
| Lesson Length | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 60 minute weekly | $2,141.15 |
| 45 minute weekly | $1,668.55 |
| 30 minute weekly | $1,197.65 |
| Semi-Private Instruction | $815.15 |
Suzuki Program
Includes weekly Suzuki group classes and monthly and annual activities (in your primary instrument).
| Lesson Length | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 60 minute weekly | $2,355.35 |
| 45 minute weekly | $1,882.75 |
| 30 minute weekly | $1,411.85 |
| Semi-Private Instruction | $1029.35 |