Music
Bachelor's degree · Old Dominion University · Norfolk, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$52,028Median earnings 4 years after
$38,373Median earnings 5 years after
$25,500Median federal debt
23Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Music at Old Dominion University earn a median of $52,028. 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 $25,500, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Music (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Radford University Radford | $39,593 | $26,280 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $36,106 | $20,968 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $34,611 | $21,917 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $28,989 | $27,000 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $28,003 | $27,000 |
Other programs at Old Dominion University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingDoctoral degree
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$112,555 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$104,712 - Engineering, GeneralMaster's degree
$88,224 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$87,317 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$76,609 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$76,527 - Education, OtherDoctoral degree
$75,558 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$74,164 - Electrical, Electronics, and Communications EngineeringBachelor's degree
$73,418 - Mechanical EngineeringBachelor's degree
$71,774 - Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, OtherBachelor's degree
$70,620 - Computer EngineeringBachelor's degree
$70,298 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$66,056 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$65,888 - Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementBachelor's degree
$65,838 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$64,530 - Civil EngineeringBachelor's degree
$64,246 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$63,648 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$63,145
Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Old Dominion University make?
The median salary is $52,028 and $38,373 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.