Music at Eastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Music, take a look at what Eastern Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Illinois University sits in Charleston, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 32 music degrees were granted at Eastern Illinois University.
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Online Class Availability at Eastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Illinois University. Of 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Illinois University’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #4 of 14 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #11 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #105 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #133 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Students who complete Eastern Illinois University’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,254 |
| 2 years | $36,668 |
| 3 years | $38,928 |
| 4 years | $47,898 |
| 5 years | $50,907 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from Eastern Illinois University earn a median of $47,898, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Music graduates from Eastern Illinois University stands at $26,300.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at Eastern Illinois University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Eastern Illinois University are 59% women (19) and 41% men (13).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Eastern Illinois University
Among the 16 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Eastern Illinois University, 62% were women (10) and 38% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 19% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Eastern Illinois University
Of the 16 master’s music degrees awarded at Eastern Illinois University, 56% were women (9) and 44% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 6% of Music master’s degree recipients at Eastern Illinois University, lower than 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 Eastern Illinois University
The Music program at Eastern Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 32 |
Best-Paid Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at Eastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.