Music at East Carolina 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 North Carolina
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (44 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Carolina University | $24,856* | $35,433 | $26,000 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte | $38,831* | — | $25,858 | 0.67 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $32,880* | $57,343 | $19,000 | 0.58 |
| Western Carolina University | $26,135* | $41,120 | $27,000 | 1.03 |
| Catawba College | $23,577* | $32,378 | $27,000 | 1.15 |
| Appalachian State University | $23,304* | — | $26,000 | 1.12 |
| National Median | $26,036* | — | $26,000 | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $7,214 | $38,831 | $25,858 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $32,880 | $19,000 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $4,532 | $26,135 | $27,000 |
| Catawba College Salisbury | $33,400 | $23,577 | $27,000 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $7,541 | $23,304 | $26,000 |
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 East Carolina 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.