Music
Bachelor's degree · University of North Carolina School of the Arts · Winston Salem, NC
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$34,022Median earnings 4 years after
$27,659Median earnings 5 years after
$22,084Median federal debt
30Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Music at University of North Carolina School of the Arts earn a median of $34,022. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $42,892 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,048–$58,755). Median debt is $22,084, about 65% of first-year earnings.
Music (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $38,831 | $26,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $32,880 | $18,007 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $26,135 | $26,000 |
| Catawba College Salisbury | $23,577 | $27,000 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $23,304 | $26,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $15,670 | $26,250 |
Other programs at University of North Carolina School of the Arts
- Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftMaster's degree
$27,611 - Film/Video and Photographic ArtsBachelor's degree
$24,053 - Film/Video and Photographic ArtsMaster's degree
$22,901 - Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's degree
$21,229 - MusicMaster's degree
$19,939 - DanceBachelor's degree
$14,201
Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from University of North Carolina School of the Arts make?
The median salary is $34,022 and $27,659 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,084.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.