Music at Saginaw Valley State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saginaw Valley State University | $32,911* | — | $26,875* | — |
| Michigan State University | $38,656* | $38,589 | $26,750* | 0.69 |
| Grand Valley State University | $34,882* | $37,353 | $29,198* | 0.84 |
| Grace Christian University | $33,256* | — | —* | — |
| Wayne State University | $32,911* | $36,019 | $26,000* | 0.79 |
| Central Michigan University | $24,911* | $42,752 | $27,975* | 1.12 |
| National Median | $26,036* | — | $26,000* | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $38,656 | $26,750 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $14,628 | $34,882 | $29,198 |
| Grace Christian University Wyoming | $14,992 | $33,256 | — |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $32,911 | $26,000 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $24,911 | $27,975 |
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 Saginaw Valley State University, approximately 32% 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 MI. Actual outcomes may vary.