by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at BSU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #2 out of 6 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, BSU highly for music, coming in at #103 out of 416 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Schools | 103 of 416 |
| Best Music Schools in Indiana | 2 of 6 |
| Best Music Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 12 of 51 |
The following degree levels are granted in music at BSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 16 |
| Master’s | 19 |
| Doctoral | 13 |
During the most recent reporting year, Ball State University handed out 16 bachelor’s degrees in music.
BSU holds a strong position among schools offering music at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #2 out of 6 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Indiana | 2 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 13 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 111 |
Music majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from BSU report a median salary of $42,268 a year. This is lower than $53,575, the median for all majors at BSU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,628 | $27,496 |
| Fees | $2,134 | $2,134 |
Read more about BSU tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 50% of music bachelor’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The largest share of music bachelor’s degree graduates at BSU are White. About 69% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Ball State University with a bachelor’s in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 0 |
BSU awarded 9 bachelor’s degrees in music performance, general in the latest year of data — 67% to women and 33% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (67%).
BSU conferred 1 bachelor’s degree in jazz/jazz studies in the latest year of data — 0% to women and 100% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (100%).
BSU conferred 1 bachelor’s degree in music theory and composition recently — 0% to women and 100% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (100%).
Graduate study is also available at BSU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Music | 19 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Music | 13 |