Music
Master's degree · Illinois State University · Normal, IL
$38,873Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,476Median earnings 4 years after
$39,650Median earnings 5 years after
$31,482Median federal debt
27Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at Illinois State University earn a median of $38,873 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 $31,482, about 81% of first-year earnings.
Music (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $40,434 | — |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $29,974 | $39,903 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $26,615 | $41,000 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $23,379 | $18,500 |
| Northwestern University Evanston | $21,290 | $47,600 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Illinois State University make?
The median salary is $38,873 one year after graduation and $39,650 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $31,482.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.