Music
Master's degree · University of Rochester · Rochester, NY
$18,056Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$42,543Median earnings 4 years after
$41,609Median earnings 5 years after
$44,399Median federal debt
76Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at University of Rochester earn a median of $18,056 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 $44,399, about 246% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Music (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia | $50,174 | $23,582 |
| New York University New York | $32,175 | $103,403 |
| Bard College Annandale-On-Hudson | $30,660 | $48,000 |
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $27,902 | — |
| SUNY at Purchase College Purchase | $27,250 | $37,812 |
| The New School New York | $18,911 | $41,000 |
| Manhattan School of Music New York | $18,441 | $69,402 |
| CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn | $16,996 | $40,642 |
| The Juilliard School New York | $14,101 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from University of Rochester make?
The median salary is $18,056 one year after graduation and $41,609 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $44,399.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.