Music
Bachelor's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
$28,989Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$38,278Median earnings 4 years after
$42,111Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
43Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Music at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $28,989 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). Median debt is $27,000, about 93% of first-year earnings.
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 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $28,003 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Music graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?
The median salary is $28,989 one year after graduation and $42,111 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.