Music
Master's degree · California Institute of the Arts · Valencia, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at California Institute of the Arts earn a median of $17,850 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). Median debt is $44,150, about 247% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
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 State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $25,480 | — |
| University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles | $15,520 | $37,820 |
Other programs at California Institute of the Arts
- Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftMaster's degree
$35,156 - Film/Video and Photographic ArtsBachelor's degree
$28,247 - Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's degree
$22,673 - Film/Video and Photographic ArtsMaster's degree
$20,842 - MusicBachelor's degree
$18,896 - Rhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesMaster's degree
$13,661 - DanceBachelor's degree
$45,119 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$28,617 - Fine and Studio ArtsMaster's degree
$29,527
Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from California Institute of the Arts make?
The median salary is $17,850 one year after graduation and $33,784 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $44,150.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.