Music at University of Florida
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, take a look at what University of Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Florida sits in Gainesville, FL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 85 music degrees were granted at University of Florida.
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Studying Online at University of Florida
Many students take online classes at University of Florida. Among 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Florida
Rankings can help you compare University of Florida’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 21 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 21 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 423 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 21 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 21 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #3 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #3 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #13 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Florida
Graduates of University of Florida’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,002 |
| 2 years | $20,140 |
| 3 years | $33,900 |
| 4 years | $35,578 |
| 5 years | $40,213 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from University of Florida take home a median $35,578, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 52% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Music graduates at University of Florida, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at University of Florida are 40% women (34) and 60% men (51).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Florida
Among the 44 bachelor’s music graduates at University of Florida, 36% were women (16) and 64% were men (28).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 23 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 8 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
Minority students account for 48% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Florida, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Florida
Among the 19 master’s music degrees awarded at University of Florida, 42% were women (8) and 58% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Florida, above the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at University of Florida
Among the 1 doctoral music degrees awarded at University of Florida, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Florida.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Florida
The Music program at University of Florida includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 85 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at University of Florida 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.