Arts & DesignCIP 50.0901

Music

Study performance, composition, theory, or music technology. Increasingly blends with tech and AI.

$38,000
Avg Starting Salary
72%
Employment Rate

📖 What You'll Learn

How music works — from theory and composition to performance and production.

📚 Typical Courses

Music TheoryEar TrainingMusic HistoryCompositionMusic Technology

🚀 Career Paths

MusicianMusic ProducerSound EngineerMusic TherapistComposer

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What can you do with a Music degree?

Musician, Music Producer, Sound Engineer, Music Therapist, Composer

How much do Music majors make?

The average starting salary for Music graduates is $38,000 per year, with an employment rate of 72%.

What do you learn in a Music major?

How music works — from theory and composition to performance and production.

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