Music Performance, General

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#1

#1 Best College for Music Performance, General in the U.S.

Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$46,873

Median Starting Salary

$54,102

#2

#2 Best College for Music Performance, General in the U.S.

Cleveland Institute of Music
Cleveland, OH

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$29,383

Median Starting Salary

$60,883

#3

#3 Best College for Music Performance, General in the U.S.

The University of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA

Generally, The University of the Arts is a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

930–1,170

Est. Net Price *

$42,467

Median Starting Salary

$58,523

#4

#4 Best College for Music Performance, General in the U.S.

Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO

In general, Missouri Southern State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$10,061

Median Starting Salary

$50,071

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About Music Performance, General

A program that generally prepares individuals to master musical instruments and performing art as solo and/or ensemble performers. Includes instruction on one or more specific instruments from various instrumental groupings.

While Music Performance, General offers degrees up to the Doctors degree professional practice, the majority of students study towards a Bachelors degree. Students study Music Performance, General all around the US, though the major at the Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years level sees the most graduates in Massachusetts. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Music Performance, General is $38,300.

Popularity of Music Performance, General Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some top careers related to Music Performance, General, include Music Directors and Composers, which have many employment opportunities. Yet there are higher paying positions, such as Music Directors and Composers. The most in-demand position for Music Performance, General majors is Musicians and Singers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Music Performance, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Music Performance, General majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
19
Female Students
1 (5%)
Male Students
18 (94%)

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