by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. In addition, we cover how CU - Boulder ranks in comparison to other schools with music programs.
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The bachelor's program at CU - Boulder was ranked #137 on College Factual's Best Schools for music list. It is also ranked #3 in Colorado.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Doctor’s Degree Schools | 39 |
| Best Music Master’s Degree Schools | 80 |
| Best Music Graduate Degree Schools | 82 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 124 |
| Best Music Schools | 137 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Colorado Boulder handed out 48 bachelor's degrees in music. This is a decrease of 9% over the previous year when 53 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 47 students received their master’s degree in music from CU - Boulder. This makes it the #30 most popular school for music master’s degree candidates in the country.
In addition, 24 students received their doctoral degrees in music in 2022, making the school the #14 most popular school in the United States for this category of students.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at CU - Boulder paid an average of $1,680 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $616 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $13,910 | $40,297 |
| Fees | $1,646 | $1,646 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $16,950 | $16,950 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,104 | $3,104 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 48 music majors earned their bachelor's degree from CU - Boulder. Of these graduates, 52% were men and 48% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 73% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Colorado Boulder with a bachelor's in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 35 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Online degrees for the CU - Boulder 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 CU - Boulder Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's music program at CU - Boulder make a median salary of $26,373. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $29,974.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 32 music majors earned their master's degree from CU - Boulder. Of these graduates, 66% were men and 34% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 63% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Colorado Boulder with a master's in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the music majors at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 77 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 76 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 22 |
| Dance | 11 |
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