Music at Gettysburg College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Gettysburg College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Gettysburg College graduates earn $28k, placing them in the 55th percentile of all music bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (49 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gettysburg College | $27,556 | — | — | — |
| Lebanon Valley College | $49,383 | $39,962 | $26,846 | 0.54 |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania | $37,660 | — | $27,000 | 0.72 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus | $33,070 | $35,136 | $27,956 | 0.85 |
| Duquesne University | $27,854 | $35,095 | $27,000 | 0.97 |
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania | $26,895 | — | $27,000 | 1.00 |
| National Median | $26,036 | — | $26,000 | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $50,320 | $49,383 | $26,846 |
| Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Slippery Rock | $10,507 | $37,660 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana | $11,380 | $33,070 | $27,956 |
| Duquesne University Pittsburgh | $47,146 | $27,854 | $27,000 |
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville | $12,262 | $26,895 | $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 Gettysburg College, approximately 21% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.