by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Michigan State ranks among other schools offering degrees in music.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for music majors, Michigan State came in at #7. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #2 in Michigan.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Doctor’s Degree Schools | 5 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 6 |
| Best Music Schools | 7 |
| Best Music Graduate Degree Schools | 9 |
| Best Music Master’s Degree Schools | 9 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Michigan State University handed out 56 bachelor's degrees in music. This is an increase of 2% over the previous year when 55 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 82 students received their master’s degree in music from Michigan State. This makes it the #11 most popular school for music master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 67 students received their doctoral degrees in music in 2022, making the school the #1 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
The median salary of music students who receive their bachelor's degree at Michigan State is $38,656. This is higher than $26,036, which is the national median for all music bachelor's degree recipients.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the music program at Michigan State is $257 per month.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Michigan State paid an average of $1,457 per credit hour if they came to the school from out-of-state. In-state students paid a discounted rate of $564 per credit hour. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,930 | $43,700 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,334 | $1,334 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $11,754 | $11,754 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,592 | $3,592 |
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Of the 56 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in music from Michigan State in 2022, 68% were men and 32% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 84% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor's in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 47 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Online degrees for the Michigan State music bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Michigan State Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's music program at Michigan State make a median salary of $42,484. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all music graduates with a master's is $29,974.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 50 students graduated with a master's degree in music from Michigan State. About 52% were men and 48% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 62% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a master's in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 31 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the music majors at Michigan State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 110 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 38 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 27 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 12 |
| Arts & Media Management | 5 |
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