Music at Kentucky State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky State University | $31,088* | — | $24,317* | — |
| Western Kentucky University | $34,766* | $40,693 | $24,317* | 0.70 |
| Northern Kentucky University | $34,428* | $32,345 | $27,357* | 0.79 |
| Murray State University | $34,098* | $45,349 | $26,731* | 0.78 |
| Morehead State University | $31,088* | $32,700 | $25,000* | 0.80 |
| Eastern Kentucky University | $30,106* | $34,419 | $20,379* | 0.68 |
| National Median | $26,036* | — | $26,000* | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $11,436 | $34,766 | $24,317 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $10,896 | $34,428 | $27,357 |
| Murray State University Murray | $9,708 | $34,098 | $26,731 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $9,838 | $31,088 | $25,000 |
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $10,130 | $30,106 | $20,379 |
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 Kentucky State University, approximately 57% 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 7 similar programs in KY. Actual outcomes may vary.