Music at Central Washington University

Master's Degree

Location: Ellensburg, WA•In-State Tuition: $9,192•Out-of-State Tuition: $26,771•Admission Rate: 90%
Median Earnings (1yr)
$71,579
95th percentile (60th in WA)
Sample Size
95
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Central Washington University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Central Washington University graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all music masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Washington

Music masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (6 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Central Washington University$71,579———
National Median$29,974———

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 Central Washington University, approximately 31% 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.