Royal College of Music Rankings 2027

Yes, the Royal College of Music is worth it for dedicated Indian students pursuing classical performance, composition, or conducting at a world-class level.

It is an option worth pursuing for the following reasons:

• Ranks #2 in the world for Performing Arts and Music
• 50% of RCM London students receive

No, RCM London does not host live audition venues in India. Students can either opt to submit a pre-recorded video audition or attend one live at one of the following locations:

• Tokyo, Japan
• Bangkok, Thailand
• Seoul, South Korea
• Beijing or Shanghai, China
• Sydney, Australia
• Toronto, Canada

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The Royal College campus is based in South Kensington, West London, directly opposite to the Royal Albert Hall. The official address is Prince Consort Road, London. 

Yes, Indian students can submit a video audition if they cannot travel to RCM London. Video auditions are available for most courses. However, for admission to the Artist Diploma in Performance, students cannot submit a video audition.

An alternative is to be part of the live overseas auditions at As

Yes, Indian students can pay the Royal College of Music tuition fees in 3 equal instalments payable at the start of each term. Students can set up the plan via the RCM online payment system using a valid debit or credit card. The setting up process must be completed before induction week.

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