Music

Master's degree · The University of Tennessee-Knoxville · Knoxville, TN

CIP 50.09

$34,198Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,019Median earnings 4 years after
$47,761Median earnings 5 years after
$34,623Median federal debt
21Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville earn a median of $34,198 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 $34,623, about 101% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Music (Master's degree) at other Tennessee schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Memphis
Memphis
$47,417$24,597
Belmont University
Nashville
$31,018$51,250

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Music graduates from The University of Tennessee-Knoxville make?

The median salary is $34,198 one year after graduation and $47,761 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $34,623.

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