Berklee College of Music

Berklee College of Music is the largest independent college of contemporary music in the world, located in Boston, Massachusetts. The college is renowned for its emphasis on jazz and modern American music, as well as a diverse range of contemporary and historic styles such as rock, hip-hop, reggae, salsa, heavy metal, and bluegrass. Berklee's urban campus features vibrant student life, innovative programs, and celebrated faculty. The college serves a global student body, offering both in-person and online degree programs. Its official mascot is Mingus the Jazz Cat, and its school colors are red and gray.