Music
Bachelor's degree · Tennessee State University · Nashville, TN
$23,868Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,483Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
6Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Music at Tennessee State University earn a median of $23,868 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $42,892 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,048–$58,755).
Music (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $44,635 | $15,250 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $39,008 | $30,900 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $31,888 | $23,331 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $30,004 | $23,000 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $27,586 | $20,083 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $27,353 | $20,545 |
| Visible Music College Memphis | $25,929 | $26,000 |
| Belmont University Nashville | $24,016 | $25,250 |
| Lipscomb University Nashville | $19,352 | — |
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$34,884 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$34,756
Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $23,868 one year after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.