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#1 #1 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. The Juilliard School New York, NY Acceptance Rate 11% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $43,151 Median Starting Salary $56,138
#2 #2 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. California Institute of the Arts Valencia, CA Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 16 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $55,225 Median Starting Salary $55,032
#3 #3 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Rochester Rochester, NY the University of Rochester is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 39% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,400–1,530 Est. Net Price * $39,775 Median Starting Salary $49,177
#4 #4 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Los Angeles College of Music Pasadena, CA Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $39,981 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#5 #5 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MI Generally, the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 18% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,370–1,530 Est. Net Price * $19,318 Median Starting Salary $49,486
#6 #6 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Miami Coral Gables, FL In general, the University of Miami is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 19% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,340–1,480 Est. Net Price * $36,467 Median Starting Salary $48,915
#7 #7 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD Johns Hopkins University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,520–1,570 Est. Net Price * $24,034 Median Starting Salary $50,204
#8 #8 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. St Olaf College Northfield, MN St Olaf College is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,310–1,470 Est. Net Price * $26,171 Median Starting Salary $55,859
#9 #9 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Michigan State University East Lansing, MI Michigan State University is a non selective school. They receive about 53,300 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Est. Net Price * $22,803 Median Starting Salary $53,291
#10 #10 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA In general, the University of Southern California is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,450–1,550 Est. Net Price * $36,808 Median Starting Salary $45,934
#11 #11 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Lawrence University Appleton, WI Lawrence University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,250–1,450 Est. Net Price * $26,368 Median Starting Salary $54,585
#12 #12 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington, IL Generally, Illinois Wesleyan University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,150–1,350 Est. Net Price * $30,096 Median Starting Salary $58,067
#13 #13 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. The College of Wooster Wooster, OH Overall, The College of Wooster is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,270–1,450 Est. Net Price * $28,976 Median Starting Salary $55,645
#14 #14 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Northwestern University Evanston, IL Northwestern University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,480–1,560 Est. Net Price * $22,095 Median Starting Salary $47,767
#15 #15 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City, MO In general, the University of Missouri-Kansas City is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,090–1,380 Est. Net Price * $14,739 Median Starting Salary $48,420
#16 #16 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Rice University Houston, TX Rice University is a extremely selective school. The institution receives about 31,000 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 9% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,500–1,580 Est. Net Price * $19,902 Median Starting Salary $48,131
#17 #17 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Oregon Eugene, OR the University of Oregon is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 37,200 applications... Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,160–1,370 Est. Net Price * $22,077 Median Starting Salary $50,369
#18 #18 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Southwestern University Georgetown, TX Southwestern University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Est. Net Price * $31,014 Median Starting Salary $54,736
#19 #19 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Hartford West Hartford, CT the University of Hartford is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,090–1,300 Est. Net Price * $31,687 Median Starting Salary $54,385
#20 #20 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati, OH Generally, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 12 SAT Score 1,180–1,350 Est. Net Price * $20,149 Median Starting Salary $50,839
#21 #21 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Berklee College of Music Boston, MA Acceptance Rate 54% Annual Degrees Awarded 174 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $46,873 Median Starting Salary $54,102
#22 #22 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco, CA San Francisco Conservatory of Music is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 42% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 910–1,230 Est. Net Price * $45,726 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#23 #23 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Los Angeles Film School Hollywood, CA Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 95 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $33,452 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#24 #24 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. New York University New York, NY Generally, New York University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 12% Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score 1,470–1,570 Est. Net Price * $29,499 Median Starting Salary $48,239
#25 #25 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. DigiPen Institute of Technology Redmond, WA Generally, DigiPen Institute of Technology is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,190–1,410 Est. Net Price * $38,319 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#26 #26 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. SUNY at Purchase College Purchase, NY SUNY at Purchase College is a fairly selective school. The school receives about 5,750 applications each... Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 17 SAT Score 1,220–1,360 Est. Net Price * $19,434 Median Starting Salary $52,298
#27 #27 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA In general, Carnegie Mellon University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 11% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,500–1,570 Est. Net Price * $33,499 Median Starting Salary $51,902
#28 #28 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Vanderbilt University Nashville, TN Vanderbilt University is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 7% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,500–1,560 Est. Net Price * $25,606 Median Starting Salary $46,487
#29 #29 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. The New England Conservatory of Music Boston, MA The New England Conservatory of Music is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 38% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 830–830 Est. Net Price * $53,162 Median Starting Salary $60,545
#30 #30 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Manhattan School of Music New York, NY Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $51,278 Median Starting Salary $60,074
#31 #31 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Boston University Boston, MA Boston University is a extremely selective school. Approximately 80,800 applications are received by Boston... Acceptance Rate 14% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,370–1,500 Est. Net Price * $27,829 Median Starting Salary $52,307
#32 #32 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA the University of California-Los Angeles is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 9% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,320–1,540 Est. Net Price * $16,999 Median Starting Salary $44,409
#33 #33 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Troy, NY Generally, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,370–1,520 Est. Net Price * $39,127 Median Starting Salary $52,504
#34 #34 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, OH Ohio State University-Main Campus is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,340–1,450 Est. Net Price * $19,582 Median Starting Salary $50,468
#35 #35 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of California-Santa Barbara Santa Barbara, CA the University of California-Santa Barbara is known for being a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 26% Annual Degrees Awarded 9 SAT Score 1,260–1,480 Est. Net Price * $16,874 Median Starting Salary $45,931
#36 #36 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Chapman University Orange, CA Chapman University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,220–1,400 Est. Net Price * $45,033 Median Starting Salary $54,633
#37 #37 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Oberlin College Oberlin, OH Oberlin College is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 35% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,370–1,510 Est. Net Price * $46,462 Median Starting Salary $58,562
#38 #38 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Southern Methodist University Dallas, TX Overall, Southern Methodist University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,390–1,510 Est. Net Price * $45,094 Median Starting Salary $50,397
#39 #39 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Furman University Greenville, SC In general, Furman University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,270–1,450 Est. Net Price * $33,370 Median Starting Salary $54,083
#40 #40 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Wheaton College Wheaton, IL Wheaton College is a non selective school. They receive 1,893 applications every year . Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,280–1,450 Est. Net Price * $29,961 Median Starting Salary $55,472
#41 #41 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Florida State University Tallahassee, FL Florida State University is a extremely selective school. Acceptance Rate 25% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,220–1,380 Est. Net Price * $14,003 Median Starting Salary $48,173
#42 #42 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Georgia Athens, GA the University of Georgia is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 43% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,250–1,430 Est. Net Price * $17,180 Median Starting Salary $51,129
#43 #43 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign, IL In general, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,330–1,510 Est. Net Price * $14,544 Median Starting Salary $49,926
#44 #44 Best College for Music Theory and Composition 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
#45 #45 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Syracuse University Syracuse, NY Syracuse University is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 41,000 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 52% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,280–1,430 Est. Net Price * $43,651 Median Starting Salary $53,877
#46 #46 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Texas Christian University Fort Worth, TX Texas Christian University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,200–1,390 Est. Net Price * $44,190 Median Starting Salary $53,217
#47 #47 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Trinity University San Antonio, TX Trinity University is a extremely selective school. The school receives approximately 11,500 applications... Acceptance Rate 31% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,320–1,470 Est. Net Price * $30,038 Median Starting Salary $53,476
#48 #48 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Baylor University Waco, TX In general, Baylor University is a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 46% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,270–1,440 Est. Net Price * $45,988 Median Starting Salary $53,901
#49 #49 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Denver Denver, CO the University of Denver is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,270–1,420 Est. Net Price * $42,423 Median Starting Salary $53,253
#50 #50 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Lewis & Clark College Portland, OR Overall, Lewis & Clark College is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,290–1,420 Est. Net Price * $35,832 Median Starting Salary $56,601
#51 #51 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Curtis Institute of Music Philadelphia, PA All applications to Curtis are required to be filled out through the school’s website. Acceptance Rate 10% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $20,005 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#52 #52 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Butler University Indianapolis, IN Butler University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,140–1,340 Est. Net Price * $37,399 Median Starting Salary $59,385
#53 #53 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Samford University Birmingham, AL Samford University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,130–1,320 Est. Net Price * $31,803 Median Starting Salary $56,806
#54 #54 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Dayton Dayton, OH Generally, the University of Dayton is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,180–1,370 Est. Net Price * $30,590 Median Starting Salary $59,370
#55 #55 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Musicians Institute Hollywood, CA Musicians Institute is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 14 SAT Score 980–1,300 Est. Net Price * $36,976 Median Starting Salary $51,847
#56 #56 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Ithaca College Ithaca, NY Ithaca College is a somewhat selective school. The school receives roughly 12,400 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 75% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,230–1,390 Est. Net Price * $35,858 Median Starting Salary $60,006
#57 #57 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Bennington College Bennington, VT Bennington College is a highly selective school. They receive about 2,800 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 45% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,290–1,400 Est. Net Price * $32,497 Median Starting Salary $56,932
#58 #58 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Puget Sound Tacoma, WA the University of Puget Sound is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,210–1,410 Est. Net Price * $41,363 Median Starting Salary $58,530
#59 #59 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Redlands Redlands, CA Generally, the University of Redlands is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,140–1,300 Est. Net Price * $28,157 Median Starting Salary $51,603
#60 #60 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Belmont University Nashville, TN Belmont University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 96% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,170–1,360 Est. Net Price * $36,225 Median Starting Salary $56,974
#61 #61 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of the Pacific Stockton, CA In general, the University of the Pacific is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,150–1,440 Est. Net Price * $28,164 Median Starting Salary $49,104
#62 #62 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Tulsa Tulsa, OK the University of Tulsa is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,080–1,370 Est. Net Price * $28,087 Median Starting Salary $48,359
#63 #63 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Cedarville University Cedarville, OH Overall, Cedarville University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 65% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,140–1,360 Est. Net Price * $25,462 Median Starting Salary $55,140
#64 #64 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Temple University Philadelphia, PA Temple University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 38,700 applications every... Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 6 SAT Score 1,030–1,250 Est. Net Price * $23,935 Median Starting Salary $54,028
#65 #65 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Biola University La Mirada, CA In general, Biola University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,120–1,370 Est. Net Price * $31,522 Median Starting Salary $53,411
#66 #66 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Western Connecticut State University Danbury, CT Western Connecticut State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 11 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $15,862 Median Starting Salary $53,037
#67 #67 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. The Catholic University of America Washington, DC Overall, The Catholic University of America is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 86% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,050–1,260 Est. Net Price * $36,031 Median Starting Salary $61,854
#68 #68 Best College for Music Theory and Composition 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 6 SAT Score 930–1,170 Est. Net Price * $42,467 Median Starting Salary $58,523
#69 #69 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Union University Jackson, TN Union University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 53% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,140–1,370 Est. Net Price * $28,585 Median Starting Salary $48,635
#70 #70 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Brigham Young University Provo, UT Generally, Brigham Young University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 67% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,280–1,440 Est. Net Price * $13,521 Median Starting Salary $48,720
#71 #71 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Nazareth University Rochester, NY Nazareth College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,150–1,320 Est. Net Price * $31,620 Median Starting Salary $57,649
#72 #72 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Baldwin Wallace University Berea, OH Baldwin Wallace University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 77% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,050–1,290 Est. Net Price * $28,705 Median Starting Salary $52,749
#73 #73 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of North Texas Denton, TX the University of North Texas is a somewhat selective school. They receive 32,016 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 10 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,283 Median Starting Salary $49,621
#74 #74 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Rider University Lawrenceville, NJ Generally, Rider University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,100–1,310 Est. Net Price * $26,388 Median Starting Salary $54,970
#75 #75 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore, MD Overall, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,210–1,390 Est. Net Price * $17,692 Median Starting Salary $48,754
#76 #76 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Elmhurst University Elmhurst, IL Elmhurst University is a somewhat selective school. The school receives about 5,730 applications annually. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,000–1,250 Est. Net Price * $24,108 Median Starting Salary $52,410
#77 #77 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Northwest University Kirkland, WA Northwest University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,070–1,330 Est. Net Price * $23,722 Median Starting Salary $51,802
#78 #78 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Manhattan College Riverdale, NY Manhattan College is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 82% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,140–1,340 Est. Net Price * $29,535 Median Starting Salary $53,561
#79 #79 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul, MN the University of Northwestern-St Paul is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $25,704 Median Starting Salary $55,214
#80 #80 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Stetson University DeLand, FL In general, Stetson University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 94% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,140–1,320 Est. Net Price * $25,756 Median Starting Salary $52,724
#81 #81 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Webster University Saint Louis, MO Webster University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 5 SAT Score 1,020–1,290 Est. Net Price * $23,069 Median Starting Salary $49,832
#82 #82 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City, OK Oklahoma City University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 70% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,080–1,210 Est. Net Price * $25,235 Median Starting Salary $53,676
#83 #83 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Capital University Columbus, OH Capital University is a fairly selective school. The institution receives roughly 4,370 applications every... Acceptance Rate 72% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 970–1,190 Est. Net Price * $24,439 Median Starting Salary $53,558
#84 #84 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. The New School New York, NY The New School is a fairly selective school. They receive roughly 9,520 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 57% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,170–1,370 Est. Net Price * $55,480 Median Starting Salary $49,833
#85 #85 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Ohio University-Main Campus Athens, OH In general, Ohio University-Main Campus is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,110–1,280 Est. Net Price * $20,207 Median Starting Salary $52,405
#86 #86 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, IN Overall, Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,030–1,220 Est. Net Price * $21,755 Median Starting Salary $50,011
#87 #87 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Lee University Cleveland, TN Lee University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 73% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,010–1,270 Est. Net Price * $19,726 Median Starting Salary $52,303
#88 #88 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Converse University Spartanburg, SC Overall, Converse University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 56% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,040–1,240 Est. Net Price * $19,653 Median Starting Salary $52,762
#89 #89 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls, IA the University of Northern Iowa is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,040–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,782 Median Starting Salary $55,335
#90 #90 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe, AZ Arizona State University Campus Immersion is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,090–1,320 Est. Net Price * $14,808 Median Starting Salary $46,880
#91 #91 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Mississippi College Clinton, MS Mississippi College is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 40% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,080–1,310 Est. Net Price * $20,874 Median Starting Salary $49,669
#92 #92 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Oral Roberts University Tulsa, OK Oral Roberts University is a somewhat selective school. They receive approximately 4,000 applications each... Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,230 Est. Net Price * $22,360 Median Starting Salary $51,094
#93 #93 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Minnesota Duluth Duluth, MN the University of Minnesota Duluth is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,110–1,320 Est. Net Price * $18,031 Median Starting Salary $55,752
#94 #94 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA Azusa Pacific University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 87% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,000–1,260 Est. Net Price * $26,666 Median Starting Salary $51,239
#95 #95 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia, NY SUNY at Fredonia is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,070–1,280 Est. Net Price * $15,795 Median Starting Salary $54,693
#96 #96 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Western Washington University Bellingham, WA Western Washington University is a non selective school. They receive approximately 11,900 applications each... Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,150–1,350 Est. Net Price * $21,105 Median Starting Salary $50,914
#97 #97 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Southern Adventist University Collegedale, TN Southern Adventist University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 66% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,000–1,260 Est. Net Price * $24,332 Median Starting Salary $53,288
#98 #98 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Olivet Nazarene University Bourbonnais, IL Generally, Olivet Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 990–1,220 Est. Net Price * $20,059 Median Starting Salary $54,171
#99 #99 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Ball State University Muncie, IN Generally, Ball State University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 69% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,100–1,270 Est. Net Price * $12,615 Median Starting Salary $55,097
#100 #100 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Idaho Moscow, ID In general, the University of Idaho is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 74% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,260 Est. Net Price * $14,954 Median Starting Salary $50,470
#101 #101 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Loyola University New Orleans New Orleans, LA Loyola University New Orleans is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 78% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,070–1,240 Est. Net Price * $23,808 Median Starting Salary $52,886
#102 #102 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, MI In general, Central Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 79% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,000–1,230 Est. Net Price * $15,605 Median Starting Salary $53,224
#103 #103 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MI Western Michigan University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 85% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 1,000–1,230 Est. Net Price * $20,030 Median Starting Salary $51,761
#104 #104 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Northwest Nazarene University Nampa, ID Northwest Nazarene University is a non selective school. The institution receives roughly 3,400 applications... Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Est. Net Price * $25,674 Median Starting Salary $52,009
#105 #105 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville, TN Generally, Trevecca Nazarene University is a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 71% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $16,080 Median Starting Salary $50,437
#106 #106 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Keene State College Keene, NH Keene State College is a non selective school. They receive approximately 4,500 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 990–1,180 Est. Net Price * $19,546 Median Starting Salary $58,720
#107 #107 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Oakland University Rochester Hills, MI Overall, Oakland University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 11,000 applications... Acceptance Rate 90% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,250 Est. Net Price * $15,161 Median Starting Salary $50,511
#108 #108 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Cairn University-Langhorne Langhorne, PA Overall, Cairn University-Langhorne is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,010–1,240 Est. Net Price * $25,923 Median Starting Salary $53,008
#109 #109 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Dallas Baptist University Dallas, TX Dallas Baptist University is a non selective school. The school receives 8,519 applications every admission... Acceptance Rate 91% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 990–1,210 Est. Net Price * $27,607 Median Starting Salary $50,780
#110 #110 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Youngstown State University Youngstown, OH Overall, Youngstown State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 81% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 950–1,180 Est. Net Price * $11,900 Median Starting Salary $50,816
#111 #111 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Oklahoma Baptist University Shawnee, OK In general, Oklahoma Baptist University is known for being a highly selective school. Acceptance Rate 47% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 940–1,180 Est. Net Price * $24,672 Median Starting Salary $52,827
#112 #112 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn, NY CUNY Brooklyn College is a fairly selective school. The institution receives roughly 28,900 applications... Acceptance Rate 55% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 1,030–1,190 Est. Net Price * $5,972 Median Starting Salary $47,021
#113 #113 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, TX Hardin-Simmons University is a non selective school. They receive approximately 2,310 applications each year. Acceptance Rate 88% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,000–1,200 Est. Net Price * $22,636 Median Starting Salary $53,400
#114 #114 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. University of Akron Main Campus Akron, OH the University of Akron Main Campus is a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 83% Annual Degrees Awarded 3 SAT Score 980–1,220 Est. Net Price * $14,667 Median Starting Salary $50,173
#115 #115 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Jacksonville University Jacksonville, FL Jacksonville University is known for being a fairly selective school. Acceptance Rate 58% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,060–1,240 Est. Net Price * $26,943 Median Starting Salary $50,170
#116 #116 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Boise State University Boise, ID Generally, Boise State University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 1,050–1,220 Est. Net Price * $17,724 Median Starting Salary $50,101
#117 #117 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. California Baptist University Riverside, CA California Baptist University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 80% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 970–1,170 Est. Net Price * $27,304 Median Starting Salary $51,049
#118 #118 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Campbell University Buies Creek, NC Campbell University is a non selective school. They receive about 3,900 applications every year from... Acceptance Rate 89% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,020–1,220 Est. Net Price * $24,280 Median Starting Salary $50,674
#119 #119 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Puerto Rico Conservatory of Music San Juan, PR Acceptance Rate 84% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $7,102 Median Starting Salary $49,850
#120 #120 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Wichita State University Wichita, KS Generally, Wichita State University is known for being a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,010–1,250 Est. Net Price * $13,553 Median Starting Salary $50,183
#121 #121 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Portland State University Portland, OR Generally, Portland State University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 4 SAT Score 970–1,220 Est. Net Price * $16,273 Median Starting Salary $47,309
#122 #122 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Methodist University Fayetteville, NC Overall, Methodist University is known for being a somewhat selective school. Acceptance Rate 76% Annual Degrees Awarded 1 SAT Score 1,110–1,230 Est. Net Price * $28,129 Median Starting Salary $50,731
#123 #123 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Columbia College Chicago Chicago, IL Acceptance Rate 95% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $28,387 Median Starting Salary $53,431
#124 #124 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Central Washington University Ellensburg, WA In general, Central Washington University is a non selective school. Acceptance Rate 93% Annual Degrees Awarded 2 SAT Score 930–1,160 Est. Net Price * $15,864 Median Starting Salary $51,420
#125 #125 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S. Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA Acceptance Rate -- Annual Degrees Awarded 13 SAT Score -- Est. Net Price * $35,616 Median Starting Salary $51,847
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About Music Theory and Composition

A program that focuses on the study of the principles of sound manipulation as applied to the creation of music, and the techniques of creating and arranging music. Includes instruction in aural theory, melody, counterpoint, complex harmony, modulation, chromatics, improvisation, progressions, musical writing, instrumentation, orchestration, electronic and computer applications, studies of specific musical styles, and development of original creative ability.

Students who are passionate about Music Theory and Composition can study up to a Doctors degree professional practice. Currently, 1,132 students are granted some level of degree in Music Theory and Composition around the US each year. More students earn a degree in Music Theory and Composition in the state of California compared to any other state. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Music Theory and Composition is $38,300.

Popularity of Music Theory and Composition Degrees in the U.S.

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Careers

The highest paying job for Music Theory and Composition majors is Art, Drama Music Teachers, Postsecondary. However, something else to think about is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Music Theory and Composition can prepare you for is Music Directors and Composers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Music Theory and Composition majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Music Theory and Composition majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students

666

Female Students

220 (33%)

Male Students

446 (66%)

Resources for:

Music Theory and Composition

#1 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

11%

4

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$43,151

$56,138

#2 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

25%

16

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$55,225

$55,032

#3 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

39%

1

1,400–1,530

$39,775

$49,177

#4 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

83%

10

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$39,981

$51,847

#5 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

18%

6

1,370–1,530

$19,318

$49,486

#6 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

19%

11

1,340–1,480

$36,467

$48,915

#7 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

7%

2

1,520–1,570

$24,034

$50,204

#8 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

56%

3

1,310–1,470

$26,171

$55,859

#9 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

88%

3

1,180–1,370

$22,803

$53,291

#10 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

12%

1

1,450–1,550

$36,808

$45,934

#11 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

72%

4

1,250–1,450

$26,368

$54,585

#12 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

42%

2

1,150–1,350

$30,096

$58,067

#13 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.

56%

2

1,270–1,450

$28,976

$55,645

#14 Best College for Music Theory and Composition in the U.S.