Music at Azusa Pacific University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (77 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azusa Pacific University | — | $32,216 | $22,000 | — |
| San Francisco State University | $31,621 | — | $15,000 | 0.47 |
| The Master's University and Seminary | $31,340 | — | $25,334 | 0.81 |
| California State University-Monterey Bay | $28,009 | — | $18,920 | 0.68 |
| California State University-San Bernardino | $27,724 | — | — | — |
| San Francisco Conservatory of Music | $26,916 | $21,320 | $27,000 | 1.00 |
| National Median | $26,036 | — | $26,000 | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco State University San Francisco | $7,424 | $31,621 | $15,000 |
| The Master's University and Seminary Santa Clarita | $36,930 | $31,340 | $25,334 |
| California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside | $7,437 | $28,009 | $18,920 |
| California State University-San Bernardino San Bernardino | $7,675 | $27,724 | — |
| San Francisco Conservatory of Music San Francisco | $54,550 | $26,916 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Azusa Pacific University, approximately 35% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.