Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Where The New England Conservatory of Music Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all music bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New England Conservatory of Music | — | $24,546 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $32,880 | $57,343 | +74% |
| Northeastern University | $21,978 | $45,222 | +106% |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | $35,311 | $30,623 | -13% |
| Berklee College of Music | $18,177 | $26,414 | +45% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (34 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 The New England Conservatory of MusicBoston | $58,550 | $22,956* | $24,546 | $26,991 | — |
 University of Massachusetts-LowellLowell | $16,570 | $35,311* | $30,623 | $27,000 | 0.76 |
 Boston UniversityBoston | $65,168 | $23,934* | — | $26,957 | 1.13 |
 Northeastern UniversityBoston | $63,141 | $21,978* | $45,222 | $26,568 | 1.21 |
 Berklee College of MusicBoston | $50,270 | $18,177* | $26,414 | $24,979 | 1.37 |
| National Median | — | $26,036* | — | $26,000 | 1.00 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with music graduates
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Music Directors and Composers
Sound Engineering Technicians
Musicians and Singers
Disc Jockeys, Except Radio
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Music in Massachusetts
- University of Massachusetts-Lowell$35,311
- Boston University$23,934
- Northeastern University$21,978
- Berklee College of Music$18,177
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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 The New England Conservatory of Music, approximately 8% 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 4 similar programs in MA. Actual outcomes may vary.