Music at West Virginia University
If you are interested in studying Music, consider the program at West Virginia University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
West Virginia University sits in Morgantown, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 81 music degrees were granted at West Virginia University.
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Studying Online at West Virginia University
Distance learning is available at West Virginia University. Of 23,643 students, 2,958 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,975 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at West Virginia University
Rankings can help you compare West Virginia University’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #120 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #202 of 423 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #29 of 99 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #37 of 99 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #120 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #202 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from West Virginia University
Students who complete West Virginia University’s Music program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,980 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 3 years | $24,575 |
| 4 years | $38,174 |
| 5 years | $41,073 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Music graduates from West Virginia University take home a median $38,174, compared with $61,939 for all West Virginia University graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Music graduates from West Virginia University stands at $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music graduates at West Virginia University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Music graduates at West Virginia University are 44% women (36) and 56% men (45).
Music Bachelor’s Program at West Virginia University
Among the 51 bachelor’s music graduates at West Virginia University, 47% were women (24) and 53% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 18% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at West Virginia University, below the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at West Virginia University
Of the 16 master’s music degrees awarded at West Virginia University, 38% were women (6) and 62% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 12% of Music master’s degree recipients at West Virginia University, lower than the national average of 23%.*
Music Doctoral Program at West Virginia University
Among the 14 doctoral music graduates at West Virginia University, 43% were women (6) and 57% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music doctoral degree recipients at West Virginia University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Music doctoral degree recipients at West Virginia University, lower than 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 West Virginia University
This Music program at West Virginia University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 56 |
| Music History | 23 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 1 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Music Graduates
Graduates of the Music program at West Virginia University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-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.