Music at Stony Brook University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, you may want to check out the program at Stony Brook University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Stony Brook University is in Stony Brook, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 52 music graduations were recorded at Stony Brook University.
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Studying Online at Stony Brook University
Many students take online classes at Stony Brook University. Among 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Stony Brook University
Use these rankings to compare Stony Brook University’s Music program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #13 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #15 of 35 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #27 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #251 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #13 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #15 of 35 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #27 of 71 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 73 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #251 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Stony Brook University
Graduates of Stony Brook 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 | $33,282 |
| 2 years | $32,925 |
| 3 years | $36,423 |
| 4 years | $40,837 |
| 5 years | $46,857 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Music graduates from Stony Brook University take home a median $40,837, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 41% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at Stony Brook University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Music graduates at Stony Brook University are 56% women (29) and 44% men (23).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Stony Brook University
Of the 8 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Stony Brook University, 50% were women (4) and 50% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University, above the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Stony Brook University
Among the 7 master’s music graduates at Stony Brook University, 57% were women (4) and 43% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Minority students account for 14% of Music master’s degree recipients at Stony Brook University, lower than the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at Stony Brook University
Among the 37 doctoral music degrees awarded at Stony Brook University, 57% were women (21) and 43% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at Stony Brook University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Minority students account for 22% of Music doctoral degree recipients at Stony Brook University, above 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 Stony Brook University
This Music program at Stony Brook University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 13 |
| Music Performance | 39 |
Best-Paid Careers for Music Graduates
Graduates of the Music program at Stony Brook University pursue many career paths. Here are 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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