Music at Carnegie Mellon University
If you plan to study Music, take a look at what Carnegie Mellon University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Carnegie Mellon University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 111 music degrees were awarded at Carnegie Mellon University.
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Online Class Availability at Carnegie Mellon University
Distance learning is available at Carnegie Mellon University. Among 15,888 students, 554 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,497 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Carnegie Mellon University
Use these rankings to compare Carnegie Mellon University’s Music program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #7 of 18 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #15 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 73 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #140 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #371 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Carnegie Mellon University
Students who complete Carnegie Mellon University’s Music program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $22,609 |
| 2 years | $24,808 |
| 3 years | $22,938 |
| 4 years | $24,912 |
| 5 years | $29,450 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Music graduates from Carnegie Mellon University earn a median of $24,912, compared with $134,648 for all Carnegie Mellon University graduates — about 81% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Music graduates from Carnegie Mellon University is $24,431.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at Carnegie Mellon University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Carnegie Mellon University are 43% women (48) and 57% men (63).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Carnegie Mellon University
Among the 29 bachelor’s music graduates at Carnegie Mellon University, 34% were women (10) and 66% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 34% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University, above the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Carnegie Mellon University
Of the 45 master’s music degrees awarded at Carnegie Mellon University, 40% were women (18) and 60% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Music master’s degree recipients at Carnegie Mellon University, below the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Music Concentrations at Carnegie Mellon University
This Music program at Carnegie Mellon University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 37 |
| Music Performance | 23 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 8 |
| Voice Performance | 17 |
| Stringed Instruments | 13 |
| Music Pedagogy | 3 |
| Music Technology | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at Carnegie Mellon University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Music graduates, 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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