Music Education at Western Kentucky University
If you plan to study Music Education, you may want to check out the program at Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 7 music education degrees were awarded at Western Kentucky University.
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Studying Online at Western Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) studied exclusively online and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Music Education graduates at Western Kentucky University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Music Education graduates at Western Kentucky University are 29% women (2) and 71% men (5).
Music Education Master’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Of the 7 master’s music education degrees awarded at Western Kentucky University, 29% were women (2) and 71% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Music Education master’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
Minority students account for 14% of Music Education master’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, lower than the national average of 21%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Music Education Graduates
Students who finish Music Education program at Western Kentucky University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
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