Music
Doctoral degree · Florida State University · Tallahassee, FL
$33,487Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,076Median earnings 4 years after
$42,594Median earnings 5 years after
$52,754Median federal debt
38Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Music at Florida State University earn a median of $33,487 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $59,592 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,708–$76,817). Median debt is $52,754, about 158% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Music (Doctoral degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Miami Coral Gables | $30,859 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Florida State University make?
The median salary is $33,487 one year after graduation and $42,594 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $52,754.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.