Music at University of Memphis
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, consider the program at University of Memphis. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Memphis sits in Memphis, TN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 74 music degrees were awarded at University of Memphis.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Memphis
Online coursework is an option at University of Memphis. Among 20,276 students, 5,051 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,430 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Memphis
Use these rankings to compare University of Memphis’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #7 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #8 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 423 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #7 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #8 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #28 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Memphis
Graduates of University of Memphis’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,685 |
| 2 years | $25,994 |
| 3 years | $35,943 |
| 4 years | $41,074 |
| 5 years | $46,852 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Music graduates from University of Memphis earn a median of $41,074, compared with $55,025 for all University of Memphis graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Music graduates from University of Memphis stands at $22,060.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Music graduates at University of Memphis, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at University of Memphis are 42% women (31) and 58% men (43).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Memphis
Among the 37 bachelor’s music graduates at University of Memphis, 46% were women (17) and 54% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 27 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Memphis, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Memphis
Of the 13 master’s music degrees awarded at University of Memphis, 54% were women (7) and 46% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 23% of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Memphis, above the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at University of Memphis
Among the 19 doctoral music graduates at University of Memphis, 26% were women (5) and 74% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Memphis.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 26% of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Memphis, above the national average of 17%.*
*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 Memphis
This Music program at University of Memphis breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 65 |
| Other Music | 9 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at University of Memphis go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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.
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