Music at Wichita State University
If you are interested in studying Music, take a look at what Wichita State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wichita State University sits in Wichita, KS.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 40 music graduations were recorded at Wichita State University.
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Studying Online at Wichita State University
Distance learning is available at Wichita State University. Among 16,689 students, 4,761 (29%) studied exclusively online and 5,354 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Music Rankings at Wichita State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Wichita State University’s Music program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #26 of 28 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #160 of 421 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #299 of 423 |
Earnings for Music Graduates from Wichita State University
Students who complete Wichita State 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 | $27,487 |
| 2 years | $23,719 |
| 3 years | $35,015 |
| 4 years | $29,061 |
| 5 years | $33,981 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Music graduates from Wichita State University report median earnings of $29,061, compared with $52,641 for all Wichita State University graduates — about 45% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Music graduates at Wichita State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Music graduates at Wichita State University are 52% women (21) and 48% men (19).
Music Bachelor’s Program at Wichita State University
Among the 21 bachelor’s music degrees awarded at Wichita State University, 48% were women (10) and 52% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Wichita State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Music bachelor’s degree recipients at Wichita State University, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Music Master’s Program at Wichita State University
Among the 13 master’s music degrees awarded at Wichita State University, 38% were women (5) and 62% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music master’s degree recipients at Wichita State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 8 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 23% of Music master’s degree recipients at Wichita State University, higher than the national average of 23%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Music Concentrations at Wichita State University
The Music program at Wichita State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 9 |
| Music Performance | 16 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 2 |
| Conducting | 2 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 1 |
| Voice Performance | 4 |
| Jazz Studies | 5 |
| Music Pedagogy | 1 |
Top-Paying Careers for Music Graduates
Those who complete Music program at Wichita State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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