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629 Music students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Music is the 40th most popular major out of a total 270 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Music Majors in California

Music majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 498
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 88
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 88
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 88
Post-Master’s Certificate 43
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 43

Gender Distribution

In California, a music major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of music majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 10.3%
  • Black or African American: 2.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 13.7%
  • White: 35.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 26.4%
  • Other Races: 11.8%
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Jobs for Music Grads in California

In this state, there are 134,410 people employed in jobs related to a music degree, compared to 1,213,230 nationwide.

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Wages for Music Jobs in California

In this state, music grads earn an average of $80,510. Nationwide, they make an average of $63,500.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer music degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

104 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.17 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 70% get financial aid. This private school has an average net price of $32,569.

91 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
410 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 3 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $39,165. In their early career, SFCM grads earn an average salary of $31,843.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
40,381 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,523. The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 87% of students get financical aid.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
44,589 Total Students

In their early career, UCLA grads earn an average salary of $55,427. The student loan default rate is 1.60% which is lower than average. It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate.

34 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,166 Total Students

5 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $56,876. The 4.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
26,745 Total Students

It takes the average student 5.14 years to graduate. A typical student attending Cal State LA will pay a net price of $3,302. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,517 after earning their degree at this institution.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
42,051 Total Students

The average student takes 4.85 years to complete their degree at Cal State Fullerton. The full-time teacher rate is 50%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it.

23 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
9,006 Total Students

43% of the teachers are full time. 10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 3.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

#9

Academy of Art University

San Francisco
22 Degrees in Major Awarded
38% Graduation Rate
8,928 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $30,780 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $36,143.

21 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
40,069 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $10,054. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it. The average student takes 4.78 years to complete their degree at CSULB.

Music Careers in CA

Some of the careers music majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 15% $100,050
High School Teachers 7% $82,670
Musicians and Singers 7% $0
Music Directors and Composers 4% $51,610
Sound Engineering Technicians 4% $0

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to music.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Film, Video & Photographic Arts 773
Fine & Studio Arts 386
Drama & Theater Arts 351
Design & Applied Arts 194
Arts & Media Management 73
General Visual & Performing Arts 61
Dance 59
Other Visual Art 22

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