Music at Boston University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, consider the program at Boston University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Boston University is located in Boston, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 140 music degrees were awarded at Boston University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Boston University
Many students take online classes at Boston University. Of 37,737 students, 5,423 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,354 (4%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Boston University
These rankings give you a sense of how Boston University’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 25 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #16 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #342 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #4 of 25 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #4 of 8 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #16 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #342 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Boston University
Graduates of Boston University’s Music program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,109 |
| 2 years | $34,258 |
| 3 years | $37,560 |
| 4 years | $40,168 |
| 5 years | $44,267 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Music graduates from Boston University report median earnings of $40,168, compared with $86,455 for all Boston University graduates — about 54% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Music graduates from Boston University is $26,957.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Music graduates at Boston University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Boston University are 63% women (88) and 37% men (52).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Boston University
Of the 33 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Boston University, 67% were women (22) and 33% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Boston University, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Boston University
Among the 66 master’s music graduates at Boston University, 65% were women (43) and 35% were men (23).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 29 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 31 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Music master’s degree recipients at Boston University, below the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at Boston University
Among the 31 doctoral music graduates at Boston University, 52% were women (16) and 48% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at Boston University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Asian | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 10 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 13% of Music doctoral degree recipients at Boston University, lower 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 Boston University
The Music program at Boston University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 11 |
| Music Performance | 103 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 8 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 7 |
| Conducting | 2 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 5 |
| Voice Performance | 3 |
| Other Music | 1 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at Boston University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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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