Music at Shenandoah University
Bachelor'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 Virginia
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenandoah University | — | $27,773 | $25,500 | — |
| Radford University | $39,593 | — | $27,000 | 0.68 |
| James Madison University | $36,106 | $46,899 | $20,968 | 0.58 |
| George Mason University | $34,611 | $46,916 | $24,048 | 0.69 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University | $28,989 | $33,538 | $27,000 | 0.93 |
| Liberty University | $28,003 | $30,707 | $27,000 | 0.96 |
| National Median | $26,036 | — | $26,000 | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radford University Radford | $12,286 | $39,593 | $27,000 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $13,576 | $36,106 | $20,968 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $34,611 | $24,048 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond | $16,458 | $28,989 | $27,000 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $21,222 | $28,003 | $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 Shenandoah University, 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.