Music at Florida State University
If you are interested in studying Music, you may want to check out the program at Florida State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida State University sits in Tallahassee, FL.
During the most recent reporting year, 183 music degrees were granted at Florida State University.
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Online Class Availability at Florida State University
Online coursework is an option at Florida State University. Of 43,889 students, 5,761 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,571 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Florida State University
Rankings can help you compare Florida State University’s Music program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 21 |
| Best Value | Florida | #11 of 21 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #56 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #109 of 423 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #4 of 21 |
| Best Value | Florida | #11 of 21 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #56 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #109 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Florida State University
Graduates of Florida State 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 | $27,790 |
| 2 years | $24,891 |
| 3 years | $31,110 |
| 4 years | $32,146 |
| 5 years | $38,699 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from Florida State University earn a median of $32,146, compared with $60,228 for all Florida State University graduates — about 47% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Music graduates from Florida State University comes in at $23,992.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Music graduates at Florida State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Music graduates at Florida State University are 38% women (70) and 62% men (113).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Florida State University
Of the 92 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Florida State University, 36% were women (33) and 64% were men (59).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 62 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 32% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Florida State University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Florida State University
Of the 47 master’s music degrees awarded at Florida State University, 45% were women (21) and 55% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Minority students account for 26% of Music master’s degree recipients at Florida State University, above the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at Florida State University
Among the 44 doctoral music degrees awarded at Florida State University, 36% were women (16) and 64% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at Florida State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
Minority students account for 11% of Music doctoral degree recipients at Florida State University, below 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 Florida State University
This Music program at Florida State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 58 |
| Music Performance | 98 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 15 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 9 |
| Voice Performance | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Graduates of the Music program at Florida State University go on to a range of careers. Here 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.