Music at Bard College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Bard College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Bard College graduates earn $31k, placing them in the 53th percentile of all music masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Music masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bard College | $30,660 | — | — | — |
| SUNY at Fredonia | $50,174 | $48,269 | — | — |
| New York University | $32,175 | $34,977 | — | — |
| CUNY Queens College | $27,902 | $38,108 | — | — |
| SUNY at Purchase College | $27,250 | — | — | — |
| The New School | $18,911 | $30,640 | — | — |
| National Median | $29,974 | — | — | — |
Other Music Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia | $8,771 | $50,174 | — |
| New York University New York | $60,438 | $32,175 | — |
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $7,538 | $27,902 | — |
| SUNY at Purchase College Purchase | $8,953 | $27,250 | — |
| The New School New York | $56,386 | $18,911 | — |
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 Bard College, approximately 23% 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.