Music

Doctoral degree · University of Cincinnati-Main Campus · Cincinnati, OH

CIP 50.09

$29,010Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,909Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$50,591Median federal debt
2Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Music at University of Cincinnati-Main Campus earn a median of $29,010 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). Median debt is $50,591, about 174% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Music (Doctoral degree) at other Ohio schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Columbus
$44,333—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Music graduates from University of Cincinnati-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $29,010 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $50,591.

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