Music

Doctoral degree · University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign · Champaign, IL

CIP 50.09

$40,102Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,016Median earnings 4 years after
$50,581Median earnings 5 years after
$60,178Median federal debt
37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Music at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign earn a median of $40,102 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 $60,178, about 150% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Music graduates from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign make?

The median salary is $40,102 one year after graduation and $50,581 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $60,178.

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