Music at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you are interested in studying Music, consider the program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is located in Amherst, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 73 music degrees were awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Among 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Rankings can help you compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #3 of 8 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #10 of 25 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #14 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #161 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #323 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,961 |
| 2 years | $32,779 |
| 3 years | $29,703 |
| 4 years | $25,376 |
| 5 years | $43,145 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Music graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst report median earnings of $25,376, compared with $73,687 for all University of Massachusetts-Amherst graduates — about 66% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Music graduates from University of Massachusetts-Amherst stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst are 47% women (34) and 53% men (39).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 41 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 54% were women (22) and 46% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 20% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Among the 21 master’s music degrees awarded at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 38% were women (8) and 62% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, below the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Of the 1 doctoral music graduates at University of Massachusetts-Amherst, 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 Massachusetts-Amherst.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 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 Massachusetts-Amherst
The Music program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 32 |
| Music Performance | 32 |
| Conducting | 5 |
| Jazz Studies | 1 |
| Music Pedagogy | 3 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Music graduates, 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
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