Music at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Music, consider the program at University of Utah. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Utah sits in Salt Lake City, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 77 music degrees were granted at University of Utah.
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Online Class Availability at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Of 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) studied exclusively online and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at University of Utah
Rankings can help you compare University of Utah’s Music program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 20 |
| Best Value | Utah | #6 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 421 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 7 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 20 |
| Best Value | Utah | #6 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #9 of 423 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #72 of 421 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from University of Utah
Students who complete University of Utah’s Music program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $19,326 |
| 2 years | $34,704 |
| 5 years | $51,815 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Music graduates from University of Utah stands at $16,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Music graduates at University of Utah, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Music graduates at University of Utah are 49% women (38) and 51% men (39).
Music Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Among the 39 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at University of Utah, 62% were women (24) and 38% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 19 master’s music graduates at University of Utah, 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 Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 16 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 16% of Music master’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at University of Utah
Among the 16 doctoral music degrees awarded at University of Utah, 31% were women (5) and 69% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 12% of Music doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah, below 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 Utah
This Music program at University of Utah breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 72 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 2 |
| Music Technology | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Students who finish Music program at University of Utah pursue many career paths. Here are 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.