Music at University of Connecticut
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, take a look at what University of Connecticut. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Connecticut is in Storrs, CT.
During the most recent reporting year, 54 music degrees were granted at University of Connecticut.
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Online Class Availability at University of Connecticut
Distance learning is available at University of Connecticut. Among 28,306 students, 1,736 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,249 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Connecticut
Use these rankings to compare University of Connecticut’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Connecticut | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 25 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #314 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Connecticut | #4 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 25 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #314 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Connecticut
Graduates of University of Connecticut’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 3 years | $36,090 |
| 4 years | $40,283 |
| 5 years | $46,374 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from University of Connecticut report median earnings of $40,283, compared with $74,475 for all University of Connecticut graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Music graduates from University of Connecticut is $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Music graduates at University of Connecticut, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Music graduates at University of Connecticut are 59% women (32) and 41% men (22).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Connecticut
Of the 45 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at University of Connecticut, 60% were women (27) and 40% were men (18).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Connecticut.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 13% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Connecticut, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Connecticut
Among the 2 master’s music graduates at University of Connecticut, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Connecticut.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Music Doctoral Program at University of Connecticut
Among the 4 doctoral music degrees awarded at University of Connecticut, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Connecticut.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Music Concentrations at University of Connecticut
This Music program at University of Connecticut includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 47 |
| Music Performance | 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at University of Connecticut work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.