Music
Master's degree · Rice University · Houston, TX
$30,454Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,777Median earnings 4 years after
$36,730Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
55Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Music at Rice University earn a median of $30,454 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 $27,000, about 89% of first-year earnings.
Music (Master's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches | $49,492 | $33,236 |
| Texas Woman's University Denton | $38,362 | — |
| University of North Texas Denton | $34,346 | $35,608 |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $29,456 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $29,235 | — |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $27,478 | $33,399 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $27,179 | $40,666 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Rice University make?
The median salary is $30,454 one year after graduation and $36,730 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.