Music at Roosevelt University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, take a look at what Roosevelt University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Roosevelt University sits in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 72 music degrees were granted at Roosevelt University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Roosevelt University
Online coursework is an option at Roosevelt University. Of 4,281 students, 463 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,086 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Roosevelt University
These rankings give you a sense of how Roosevelt University’s Music program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #10 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #37 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #52 of 53 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #299 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #397 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Roosevelt University
Graduates of Roosevelt 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 | $25,309 |
| 2 years | $16,786 |
| 3 years | $25,459 |
| 4 years | $31,806 |
| 5 years | $31,460 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Music graduates from Roosevelt University earn a median of $31,806, compared with $50,780 for all Roosevelt University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Music graduates from Roosevelt University is $27,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Music graduates at Roosevelt University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Roosevelt University are 36% women (26) and 64% men (46).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Roosevelt University
Among the 16 bachelor’s music graduates at Roosevelt University, 19% were women (3) and 81% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 25% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Roosevelt University
Among the 48 master’s music graduates at Roosevelt University, 48% were women (23) and 52% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 6 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 12 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 38% of Music master’s degree recipients at Roosevelt University, higher 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 Roosevelt University
The Music program at Roosevelt University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 1 |
| Music Performance | 8 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 6 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 9 |
| Voice Performance | 17 |
| Stringed Instruments | 18 |
| Brass Instruments | 4 |
| Woodwind Instruments | 8 |
| Percussion Instruments | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at Roosevelt University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.