Music

Doctoral degree · Boston University · Boston, MA

CIP 50.09

$38,029Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,156Median earnings 4 years after
$64,997Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
25Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Music at Boston University earn a median of $38,029 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).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Music graduates from Boston University make?

The median salary is $38,029 one year after graduation and $64,997 after five years.

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