Median Earnings (1yr)
$29,010
5th percentile (25th in OH)
Sample Size
22
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Cincinnati-Main Campus graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all music doctoral programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio

Music doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (6 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus$29,010
Ohio State University-Main Campus$44,333$49,809
National Median$40,102

Other Music Programs in Ohio

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Ohio State University-Main Campus
Columbus
$12,859$44,333

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 University of Cincinnati-Main Campus, approximately 18% 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.