by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Northeastern University. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level. It ranks as high as #2 out of 7 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Northeastern University among the top schools in the country for music, coming in at #139 out of 416 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Schools | 139 of 416 |
| Best Music Schools in Massachusetts | 3 of 8 |
| Best Music Schools in the New England Region | 10 of 25 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in music at Northeastern University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 24 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Northeastern University awarded 24 bachelor’s degrees in music.
Northeastern University ranks competitively among schools offering music at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #2 out of 7 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Massachusetts | 2 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the New England Region | 8 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 138 |
Music majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University report a median salary of $45,222 a year. This is below $102,524, the median for all majors at Northeastern University.
To complete a bachelor’s at Northeastern University, music students borrow a median amount of $26,568 in student loans. This is higher than $25,611, the typical median for all majors at Northeastern University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,500 | $64,990 |
| Fees | $1,172 | $1,172 |
Learn more about Northeastern University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 46% of music bachelor’s degrees went to men and 54% went to women.
The largest share of music bachelor’s degree graduates at Northeastern University are White. Approximately 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northeastern University with a bachelor’s in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 12 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 3 |
