Music at Shenandoah University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, consider the program at Shenandoah University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Shenandoah University is located in Winchester, VA.
During the most recent reporting year, 80 music degrees were awarded at Shenandoah University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Shenandoah University
Many students take online classes at Shenandoah University. Among 4,454 students, 660 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,053 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Shenandoah University
These rankings give you a sense of how Shenandoah University’s Music program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #9 of 11 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #73 of 99 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #90 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #368 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #9 of 11 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #73 of 99 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #90 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #327 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #368 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Shenandoah University
Graduates of Shenandoah 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 | $21,507 |
| 2 years | $26,771 |
| 3 years | $27,313 |
| 4 years | $27,773 |
| 5 years | $34,679 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from Shenandoah University report median earnings of $27,773, compared with $75,461 for all Shenandoah University graduates — about 63% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Music graduates from Shenandoah University comes in at $25,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Music graduates at Shenandoah University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Music graduates at Shenandoah University are 46% women (37) and 54% men (43).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Shenandoah University
Of the 39 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Shenandoah University, 33% were women (13) and 67% were men (26).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Shenandoah University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 24 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 21% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Shenandoah University, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Shenandoah University
Of the 21 master’s music degrees awarded at Shenandoah University, 52% were women (11) and 48% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Shenandoah University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 19% of Music master’s degree recipients at Shenandoah University, below the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at Shenandoah University
Of the 19 doctoral music degrees awarded at Shenandoah University, 63% were women (12) and 37% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at Shenandoah University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 16% of Music doctoral degree recipients at Shenandoah University, lower 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 Shenandoah University
This Music program at Shenandoah University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music Performance | 44 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 1 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 2 |
| Music Pedagogy | 10 |
| Music Technology | 23 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Graduates of the Music program at Shenandoah University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying 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
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