Music
Master's degree · Berklee College of Music · Boston, MA
$25,163Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$55,467Median earnings 4 years after
$37,356Median earnings 5 years after
$41,000Median federal debt
145Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at Berklee College of Music earn a median of $25,163 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 163% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Music (Master's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Longy School of Music of Bard College Cambridge | $30,660 | $48,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $30,429 | — |
| The New England Conservatory of Music Boston | $24,499 | $41,000 |
Other programs at Berklee College of Music
- Arts, Entertainment, and Media ManagementBachelor's degree
$40,324 - Arts, Entertainment, and Media ManagementMaster's degree
$37,439 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$36,349 - Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, OtherBachelor's degree
$26,827 - Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, OtherMaster's degree
$23,331 - DanceBachelor's degree
$22,993 - Computer Software and Media ApplicationsBachelor's degree
$19,370 - MusicBachelor's degree
$18,177 - Visual and Performing Arts, OtherBachelor's degree
$13,771 - Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's degree
— - MusicUndergraduate certificate
$34,014 - Visual and Performing Arts, OtherMaster's degree
$45,051
Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Berklee College of Music make?
The median salary is $25,163 one year after graduation and $37,356 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.