Music at Ohio State University-Main Campus
Master'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 Ohio
Music masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio State University-Main Campus | — | $50,593 | — | — |
| 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 Ohio State University-Main Campus, approximately 19% 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.