by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at SHSU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #13 out of 27 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, SHSU highly for music, coming in at #136 out of 416 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Schools | 136 of 416 |
| Best Music Schools in Texas | 12 of 35 |
| Best Music Schools in the Southwest Region | 16 of 46 |
The following degree levels are available for music at SHSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 56 |
| Master’s | 17 |
During the most recent reporting year, Sam Houston State University awarded 56 bachelor’s degrees in music.
SHSU holds a strong position among schools offering music at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #13 out of 27 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Texas | 13 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southwest Region | 17 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 129 |
Music majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from SHSU report a median salary of $51,195 a year. This is lower than $55,820, the median for all majors at SHSU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at SHSU, music graduates take on a median debt of $28,000 in student loans. This is higher than $24,902, the typical median for all majors at SHSU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,856 | $15,696 |
| Fees | $3,372 | $3,372 |
Learn more about SHSU tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 57% of music bachelor’s degrees went to men and 43% went to women.
The largest share of music bachelor’s degree graduates at SHSU are White. About 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Sam Houston State University with a bachelor’s in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 25 |
| White | 28 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Graduate study is also available at SHSU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Music | 17 |
