Music Education at University of Colorado Boulder
If you are interested in studying Music Education, you may want to check out the program at University of Colorado Boulder. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Colorado Boulder sits in Boulder, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 27 music education degrees were awarded at University of Colorado Boulder.
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Studying Online at University of Colorado Boulder
Many students take online classes at University of Colorado Boulder. Among 38,799 students, 797 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Music Education Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Colorado Boulder’s Music Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #18 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 154 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #213 of 332 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #18 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 154 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #213 of 332 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Music Education graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Music Education graduates at University of Colorado Boulder are 67% women (18) and 33% men (9).
Music Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Of the 12 bachelor’s music education degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 67% were women (8) and 33% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 17% of Music Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, lower than the national average of 23%.*
Music Education Master’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 15 master’s music education degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 67% were women (10) and 33% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music Education master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 20% of Music Education master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Music Education Graduates
Those who complete Music Education program at University of Colorado Boulder pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Music Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,983 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.