Music at The University of Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, you may want to check out the program at The University of Alabama. Get started with the following essential facts.
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 64 music graduations were recorded at The University of Alabama.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Alabama
Many students take online classes at The University of Alabama. Of 40,846 students, 6,289 (15%) studied exclusively online and 11,899 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at The University of Alabama
Rankings can help you compare The University of Alabama’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 423 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #80 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #306 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #9 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #64 of 423 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #80 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #306 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from The University of Alabama
Those who finish The University of Alabama’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,724 |
| 2 years | $26,460 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Music graduates from The University of Alabama is $25,675.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Music graduates at The University of Alabama, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at The University of Alabama are 52% women (33) and 48% men (31).
Music Bachelor’s Program at The University of Alabama
Of the 42 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at The University of Alabama, 64% were women (27) and 36% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at The University of Alabama
Of the 8 master’s music degrees awarded at The University of Alabama, 25% were women (2) and 75% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Music master’s degree recipients at The University of Alabama, higher than the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at The University of Alabama
Of the 14 doctoral music graduates at The University of Alabama, 29% were women (4) and 71% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at The University of Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Music Concentrations at The University of Alabama
The Music program at The University of Alabama breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 64 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Graduates of the Music program at The University of Alabama go on to a range of careers. Below 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.