Music at University of Missouri-Columbia
If you plan to study Music, you may want to check out the program at University of Missouri-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Missouri-Columbia sits in Columbia, MO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 75 music degrees were granted at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Missouri-Columbia
Online coursework is an option at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Columbia’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 28 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #20 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #261 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #1 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 28 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #20 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #29 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #261 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Those who finish University of Missouri-Columbia’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,209 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 4 years | $39,799 |
| 5 years | $48,168 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Music graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia report median earnings of $39,799, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Music graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 61% women (46) and 39% men (29).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 42 bachelor’s music graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 62% were women (26) and 38% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 21% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 27 master’s music degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 56% were women (15) and 44% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 19% of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, lower than the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 5 doctoral music degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
*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 Missouri-Columbia
The Music program at University of Missouri-Columbia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 69 |
| Jazz Studies | 1 |
| Music Pedagogy | 5 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at University of Missouri-Columbia go on to a range of careers. 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.
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