Music

Master's degree · Indiana University-Bloomington · Bloomington, IN

CIP 50.09

$22,513Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$44,312Median earnings 4 years after

$36,393Median earnings 5 years after

$41,000Median federal debt

170Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at Indiana University-Bloomington earn a median of $22,513 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 182% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Music graduates from Indiana University-Bloomington make?

The median salary is $22,513 one year after graduation and $36,393 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.