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Music Schools in Mississippi

In 2020-2021, 182 students earned their Music degrees in MS.

As a degree choice, Music is the 42nd most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Music Majors in Mississippi

Music majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 96
Master’s Degree 54
Associate Degree 20
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 11
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 11
Post-Master’s Certificate 1
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 1

Gender Distribution

In Mississippi, a music major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of music majors in Mississippi is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.6%
  • Black or African American: 26.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.9%
  • White: 45.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 12.6%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for Music Grads in Mississippi

In this state, there are 9,660 people employed in jobs related to a music degree, compared to 1,213,230 nationwide.

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Wages for Music Jobs in Mississippi

Music grads earn an average of $53,000 in the state and $63,500 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Mississippi that offer music degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
14,606 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 99%. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.50 years.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
21,014 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 85%. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,161.

#3

Alcorn State University

Alcorn State
10 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
3,230 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 69%. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

10 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,696 Total Students

98% of students get financical aid. 20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 49%.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
4,999 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.00%. This private institution charges an average net price of $16,228.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
6,921 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $29,441 a year. Most students complete their degree in 4.62 years. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,152.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
2,704 Total Students

12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This public school has an average net price of $12,761. The full-time teacher rate is 67%.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,907 Total Students

In their early career, Copiah-Lincoln Community College grads earn an average salary of $24,665. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 94% get financial aid.

4 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
4,667 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 3.80% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#8

Mississippi State University

Mississippi State
4 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,986 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 85%. Graduates earn an average $37,538 after graduation. The student loan default rate of 6.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

Music Careers in MS

Some of the careers music majors go into include:

Job Title MS Job Growth MS Median Salary
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 13% $59,130
High School Teachers 8% $46,130
Music Directors and Composers 0% $51,790

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to music.

Major Annual Graduates in MS
General Visual & Performing Arts 156
Fine & Studio Arts 130
Design & Applied Arts 81
Drama & Theater Arts 64
Arts & Media Management 48
Dance 32
Film, Video & Photographic Arts 3

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