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Music Schools in New Jersey

In 2020-2021, 126 students earned their Music degrees in NJ.

In terms of popularity, Music is the 39th most popular major in the state out of a total 203 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Music Majors in New Jersey

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 95
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 24
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 24
Post-Master’s Certificate 7
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 7

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of music majors in New Jersey is as follows:

  • Asian: 4.8%
  • Black or African American: 7.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.9%
  • White: 52.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 21.4%
  • Other Races: 6.3%
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Jobs for Music Grads in New Jersey

33,130 people in the state and 1,213,230 in the nation are employed in jobs related to music.

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Wages for Music Jobs in New Jersey

A typical salary for a music grad in the state is $73,320, compared to a typical salary of $63,500 nationwide.

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There are 8 colleges in New Jersey that offer music degrees. Learn about the most popular 8 below:

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
50,411 Total Students

The 2.60% student loan default rate is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. It takes the average student 4.26 years to graduate.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
21,005 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.39 years to graduate. 82% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

#3

Rider University

Lawrenceville
15 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
4,636 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.70%. The full-time teacher rate is 43%. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,882.

#4

Rowan University

Glassboro
9 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
19,678 Total Students

In their early career, Rowan grads earn an average salary of $47,699. Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.36 years to graduate.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
7,550 Total Students

98% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.87 years. A typical student attending NJCU will pay a net price of $13,297.

#6

Princeton University

Princeton
8 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
7,853 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 62% of students receive it. The 0.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. This private institution charges an average net price of $9,836.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,635 Total Students

98% of the teachers are full time. A typical student attending William Paterson University will pay a net price of $18,498. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
13,231 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $54,962 a year. The average student takes 4.48 years to complete their degree at Rutgers Newark.

Music Careers in NJ

Some of the careers music majors go into include:

Job Title NJ Job Growth NJ Median Salary
Sound Engineering Technicians 10% $47,510
Musicians and Singers 9% $0
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 8% $75,310
Music Directors and Composers 5% $64,240
High School Teachers 2% $74,700

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

Major Annual Graduates in NJ
Fine & Studio Arts 24
Drama & Theater Arts 22
Dance 7
Film, Video & Photographic Arts 7
Arts & Media Management 1

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