Music at University of Denver
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, consider the program at University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Denver is in Denver, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 67 music graduations were recorded at University of Denver.
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Online Class Availability at University of Denver
Many students take online classes at University of Denver. Among 12,813 students, 2,787 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,447 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Denver
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Denver’s Music program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 20 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #20 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #390 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Denver
Graduates of University of Denver’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,633 |
| 2 years | $22,041 |
| 3 years | $22,262 |
| 4 years | $30,103 |
| 5 years | $37,295 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Music graduates from University of Denver take home a median $30,103, compared with $66,465 for all University of Denver graduates — about 55% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Music graduates from University of Denver comes in at $24,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Music graduates at University of Denver, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Music graduates at University of Denver are 46% women (31) and 54% men (36).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Denver
Among the 23 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at University of Denver, 48% were women (11) and 52% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 22% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Denver, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Denver
Of the 37 master’s music degrees awarded at University of Denver, 35% were women (13) and 65% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Denver.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Denver, higher than 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 University of Denver
The Music program at University of Denver includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 44 |
| Music Performance | 15 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 3 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 2 |
| Music Technology | 1 |
| Other Music | 2 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at University of Denver work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.