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Music Schools in Louisiana

In 2020-2021, 105 students earned their Music degrees in LA.

In this state, Music is the 29th most popular major out of a total 172 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Music Majors in Louisiana

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 87
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 18
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 18

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 2.9%
  • Black or African American: 8.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.7%
  • White: 46.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 28.6%
  • Other Races: 6.7%
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Jobs for Music Grads in Louisiana

There are 14,840 people in the state and 1,213,230 people in the nation working in music jobs.

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Wages for Music Jobs in Louisiana

In this state, music grads earn an average of $53,600. Nationwide, they make an average of $63,500.

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There are 7 colleges in Louisiana that offer music degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

53 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
34,285 Total Students

The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at Louisiana State University. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $17,811. The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,450 Total Students

96% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 79% are considered full time. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
4,497 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years. This private institution charges an average net price of $20,463.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
8,375 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $36,166 after earning their degree at this institution. 71% of the teachers are full time.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
14,426 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 97% of students receive it. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. The 9.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
13,927 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $39,749. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $46,457 after earning their degree at this institution. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it.

5 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
11,447 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student loan default rate is 9.40% which is lower than average.

Music Careers in LA

Some of the careers music majors go into include:

Job Title LA Job Growth LA Median Salary
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 12% $56,740
High School Teachers 7% $50,280
Sound Engineering Technicians 7% $80,010
Musicians and Singers 7% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in LA
Fine & Studio Arts 36
Drama & Theater Arts 15
Arts & Media Management 5
Dance 2

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