Music
Master's degree · California State University-Long Beach · Long Beach, CA
$25,480Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$32,534Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
26Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at California State University-Long Beach earn a median of $25,480 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $48,285 four years after graduating (middle half: $28,079–$65,736).
Music (Master's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $37,985 | $41,000 |
| Azusa Pacific University Azusa | $37,001 | — |
| San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco | $35,025 | $64,250 |
| University of Southern California Los Angeles | $27,510 | $64,278 |
| California Institute of the Arts Valencia | $17,850 | $44,150 |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $15,520 | $37,820 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from California State University-Long Beach make?
The median salary is $25,480 one year after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.