Music
Bachelor's degree · Western Connecticut State University · Danbury, CT
$21,659Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$35,889Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Music at Western Connecticut State University earn a median of $21,659 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $42,892 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,048–$58,755). Median debt is $26,000, about 120% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Music (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $31,336 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $31,336 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $31,336 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $31,336 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $31,336 | $24,148 |
| University of Hartford West Hartford | $24,511 | $27,000 |
| University of New Haven West Haven | $22,171 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Western Connecticut State University make?
The median salary is $21,659 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.