Music at Wellesley College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Massachusetts
Music bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellesley College | $22,956* | — | $26,763* | — |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | $35,311* | $30,623 | $27,000* | 0.76 |
| Boston University | $23,934* | — | $26,957* | 1.13 |
| Northeastern University | $21,978* | $45,222 | $26,568* | 1.21 |
| Berklee College of Music | $18,177* | $26,414 | $24,979* | 1.37 |
| National Median | $26,036* | — | $26,000* | 1.00 |
Other Music Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell | $16,570 | $35,311 | $27,000 |
| Boston University Boston | $65,168 | $23,934 | $26,957 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $63,141 | $21,978 | $26,568 |
| Berklee College of Music Boston | $50,270 | $18,177 | $24,979 |
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 Wellesley College, approximately 21% 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.