Music at Ball State University
If you are interested in studying Music, consider the program at Ball State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Ball State University sits in Muncie, IN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 48 music degrees were granted at Ball State University.
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Studying Online at Ball State University
Many students take online classes at Ball State University. Among 21,089 students, 5,957 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,416 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Ball State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Ball State University’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 53 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #175 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Indiana | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #10 of 53 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #90 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #175 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Ball State University
Students who complete Ball State University’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $25,985 |
| 3 years | $39,471 |
| 4 years | $42,268 |
| 5 years | $45,938 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from Ball State University take home a median $42,268, compared with $53,575 for all Ball State University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at Ball State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Ball State University are 46% women (22) and 54% men (26).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Ball State University
Of the 16 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Ball State University, 50% were women (8) and 50% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Ball State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Ball State University, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Ball State University
Among the 19 master’s music degrees awarded at Ball State University, 47% were women (9) and 53% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Ball State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 11% of Music master’s degree recipients at Ball State University, below the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at Ball State University
Of the 13 doctoral music graduates at Ball State University, 38% were women (5) and 62% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at Ball State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 23% of Music doctoral degree recipients at Ball State University, higher than the national average of 17%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Music Concentrations at Ball State University
This Music program at Ball State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 20 |
| Music Performance | 9 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 1 |
| Jazz Studies | 1 |
| Other Music | 17 |
Best-Paid Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at Ball State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Music majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Musicians and Singers | $96,571 |
| Disc Jockeys, Except Radio | $87,328 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Music Directors and Composers | $66,915 |
| Sound Engineering Technicians | $66,427 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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