Music at Washington State University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington State University | $25,027* | — | $24,503 | — |
| Northwest University | $31,179* | — | $19,500 | 0.63 |
| University of Puget Sound | $25,551* | $47,904 | $27,000 | 1.06 |
| Central Washington University | $25,532* | $31,205 | $26,000 | 1.02 |
| Whitworth University | $25,027* | $30,581 | $26,000 | 1.04 |
| Cornish College of the Arts | $18,453* | $20,672 | $27,000 | 1.46 |
| National Median | $26,036* | — | $26,000 | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest University Kirkland | $36,035 | $31,179 | $19,500 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $59,900 | $25,551 | $27,000 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $9,192 | $25,532 | $26,000 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $25,027 | $26,000 |
| Cornish College of the Arts Seattle | $39,913 | $18,453 | $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 Washington State University, approximately 26% 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 WA. Actual outcomes may vary.