Music at Sam Houston State University
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 Texas
Music masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University | $29,955* | $68,672 | — | — |
| Stephen F Austin State University | $49,492* | — | — | — |
| Texas Woman's University | $38,362* | — | — | — |
| University of North Texas | $34,346* | $36,227 | — | — |
| Rice University | $30,454* | $34,548 | — | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $29,456* | $48,109 | — | — |
| National Median | $29,974* | — | — | — |
Other Music Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches | $10,600 | $49,492 | — |
| Texas Woman's University Denton | $8,648 | $38,362 | — |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $34,346 | — |
| Rice University Houston | $58,128 | $30,454 | — |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $29,456 | — |
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 Sam Houston State University, approximately 40% 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 8 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.