Music at Sam Houston State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, you may want to check out the program at Sam Houston State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Sam Houston State University is in Huntsville, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 73 music degrees were granted at Sam Houston State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Sam Houston State University
Online coursework is an option at Sam Houston State University. Of 21,039 students, 4,590 (22%) studied exclusively online and 9,191 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Sam Houston State University
Use these rankings to compare Sam Houston State University’s Music program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #13 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 46 |
| Best Value | Texas | #25 of 35 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #31 of 46 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #139 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #187 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Sam Houston State University
Graduates of Sam Houston State University’s Music program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,944 |
| 2 years | $43,363 |
| 3 years | $45,030 |
| 4 years | $51,195 |
| 5 years | $57,165 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from Sam Houston State University earn a median of $51,195, compared with $55,820 for all Sam Houston State University graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Music graduates from Sam Houston State University stands at $28,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Music graduates at Sam Houston State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at Sam Houston State University are 40% women (29) and 60% men (44).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Among the 56 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Sam Houston State University, 43% were women (24) and 57% were men (32).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 25 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 48% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Sam Houston State University
Among the 17 master’s music graduates at Sam Houston State University, 29% were women (5) and 71% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 41% of Music master’s degree recipients at Sam Houston State University, above 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 Sam Houston State University
This Music program at Sam Houston State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 65 |
| Music Pedagogy | 8 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at Sam Houston State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Music majors, 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.
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