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Best Colleges for Masters Degree
in Music

747 colleges ranked by graduate median earnings. Filter by acceptance rate, tuition, deadlines, SAT & ACT — updated for 2026 admissions.

747 Colleges
📍 USA
🎓 Masters Degree

Showing 145–168 of 747 colleges

University of Denver
Denver, Colorado
🏢 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 71.2%
Annual cost
$75,020/yr
Grad earnings
$71,155
SAT avg
1,344
ACT mid
29
Apply by Nov 1 Decision Dec 15 Fee $65
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University at Buffalo
Buffalo, New York
🏛 Public Match ↻ Rolling
Acceptance rate 69.3%
Annual cost
$29,043/yr
Grad earnings
$70,814
SAT avg
1,298
ACT mid
28
Rolling admissions — apply anytimeFee $50
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DePaul University
Chicago, Illinois
🏢 Private Safety
Acceptance rate 73.5%
Annual cost
$59,467/yr
Grad earnings
$68,751
SAT avg
1,254
ACT mid
N/A
Apply by Nov 15 Decision Dec 15
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Frequently asked questions

How many colleges offer Masters Degree in Music in USA?
747 colleges and universities currently offer Masters Degree programs in Music in USA, based on the latest US Department of Education College Scorecard data.
Which college has the highest graduate earnings for Music in USA?
University of Denver leads with median graduate earnings of $71,155 ten years after enrollment for Masters Degree graduates.
Which Music colleges in USA have rolling admissions?
Colleges with rolling admissions accept applications year-round, including University at Buffalo. Rolling admissions is ideal for students who missed regular deadlines.
What SAT score do I need for Music programs?
SAT requirements vary widely by college selectivity. Use the "My SAT score" filter above to see only colleges where your score meets or exceeds the average admitted student, from open-admission colleges to highly selective universities.

Careers after Masters Degree in Music

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education Musicians and Singers Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary Music Directors and Composers Disc Jockeys, Except Radio Sound Engineering Technicians

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