Music at Cleveland Institute of Music
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Cleveland Institute of Music graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cleveland Institute of Music graduates earn $20k, placing them in the 10th percentile of all music masters programs nationally.
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 Ohio
Music masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Institute of Music | $19,558 | $30,894 | — | — |
| Youngstown State University | $34,657 | — | — | — |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $34,486 | $37,503 | — | — |
| University of Akron Main Campus | $34,253 | — | — | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus | $32,134 | — | — | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $25,713 | $27,702 | — | — |
| National Median | $29,974 | — | — | — |
Other Music Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown State University Youngstown | $10,791 | $34,657 | — |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $14,081 | $34,486 | — |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $12,799 | $34,253 | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $13,746 | $32,134 | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $25,713 | — |
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 Cleveland Institute of Music, approximately 15% 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.