Music at Rice University
If you are interested in studying Music, you may want to check out the program at Rice University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rice University is located in Houston, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 100 music graduations were recorded at Rice University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rice University
Many students take online classes at Rice University. Among 8,961 students, 541 (6%) studied exclusively online and 291 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Rice University
These rankings give you a sense of how Rice University’s Music program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #15 of 35 |
| Best Value | Texas | #17 of 35 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #18 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #107 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #157 of 423 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #15 of 35 |
| Best Value | Texas | #17 of 35 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #18 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #107 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #157 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Rice University
Graduates of Rice 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 | $28,275 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 3 years | $30,994 |
| 4 years | $34,548 |
| 5 years | $36,730 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Music graduates from Rice University earn a median of $34,548, compared with $109,583 for all Rice University graduates — about 68% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Music graduates at Rice University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Rice University are 58% women (58) and 42% men (42).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Rice University
Among the 26 bachelor’s music graduates at Rice University, 54% were women (14) and 46% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Rice University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 31% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Rice University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Rice University
Among the 66 master’s music degrees awarded at Rice University, 64% were women (42) and 36% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Rice University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 19 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of Music master’s degree recipients at Rice University, higher than the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at Rice University
Among the 8 doctoral music degrees awarded at Rice University, 25% were women (2) and 75% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at Rice University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Music doctoral degree recipients at Rice 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 Rice University
The Music program at Rice University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 1 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 9 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 1 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 8 |
| Voice Performance | 15 |
| Stringed Instruments | 45 |
| Brass Instruments | 8 |
| Woodwind Instruments | 13 |
Best-Paid Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at Rice University work across a variety of fields. 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
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