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Music Schools in Missouri

135 students earned Music degrees in Missouri in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Music is the 45th most popular major in the state out of a total 228 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Music Majors in Missouri

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 107
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16
Post-Master’s Certificate 12
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 12

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 2.2%
  • Black or African American: 4.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.7%
  • White: 51.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 28.9%
  • Other Races: 5.9%
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Jobs for Music Grads in Missouri

In this state, there are 30,270 people employed in jobs related to a music degree, compared to 1,213,230 nationwide.

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Wages for Music Jobs in Missouri

Music grads earn an average of $54,280 in the state and $63,500 nationwide.

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There are 9 colleges in Missouri that offer music degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,147 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.62 years to graduate. The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 69% of the teachers are full time.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
23,505 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,718. 94% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
31,089 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 2.50%. It takes the average student 4.36 years to graduate. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
9,959 Total Students

The 6.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. This public school has an average net price of $14,058. The student to faculty ratio is 15 to 1.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
4,655 Total Students

The average student takes 4.23 years to complete their degree at Truman State. Graduates earn an average $39,862 after graduation. The full-time teacher rate is 90%.

#6

Park University

Parkville
5 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
10,165 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $14,619. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,444 a year. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

3 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
15,449 Total Students

7 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.07 years to complete their degree at WUSTL. 71% of the teachers are full time.

#8

Lindenwood University

Saint Charles
2 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,382 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $17,366. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. The full-time teacher rate is 100%.

#9

Webster University

Saint Louis
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
8,197 Total Students

In their early career, Webster grads earn an average salary of $38,977. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Music Careers in MO

Some of the careers music majors go into include:

Job Title MO Job Growth MO Median Salary
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 19% $70,720
High School Teachers 5% $48,170
Musicians and Singers 2% $0
Music Directors and Composers 0% $49,280

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

Major Annual Graduates in MO
Drama & Theater Arts 56
Fine & Studio Arts 52
Design & Applied Arts 13
Arts & Media Management 5
General Visual & Performing Arts 3
Dance 3

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