Music

Master's degree · University of Denver · Denver, CO

CIP 50.09

$23,544Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,050Median earnings 4 years after
$25,803Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at University of Denver earn a median of $23,544 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 $41,000, about 174% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Music (Master's degree) at other Colorado schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Colorado State University-Fort Collins
Fort Collins
$54,680$40,506
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley
$28,517$38,046
University of Colorado Boulder
Boulder
$26,373$41,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Music graduates from University of Denver make?

The median salary is $23,544 one year after graduation and $25,803 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.