Illinois · Religious Music and Worship

Best Religious Music and Worship institutions in Illinois, ranked by earnings

The Religious Music and Worship program focuses on the intersection of music, theology, and worship practices. It is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers in religious settings, where music plays a vital role in enhancing…

Institutions
4
offering CIP 39.05
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
15
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$24,848
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
55%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Music Directors and Composers
$62,740
BLS OEWS 2024

4 institutions offering Religious Music and Worship in Illinois

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Judson University
Elgin Private not-for-profit
560%$25,200
2Moody Bible Institute
Chicago Private not-for-profit
562%$24,848
3Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais Private not-for-profit
461%$20,903
4Concordia University - Chicago
River Forest Private not-for-profit
136%$17,620

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Music Directors and Composers (SOC 27-2041).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
-0.3%
Little or no change
Openings / yr (US)
~4,300
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$63,670
typically Bachelor's degree

Top skills

Active ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionWritingActive Learning

What Music Directors and Composers earn in Illinois

Jobs in Illinois
540
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$62,740
median $46,310
Best-paying metro
$64,600
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Religious Music and Worship programs in Illinois.

How much do Music Directors and Composers earn in Illinois?+

The average annual wage for Music Directors and Composers in Illinois is $62,740 (median $46,310), across about 540 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Religious Music and Worship program?+

The Religious Music and Worship program focuses on the intersection of music, theology, and worship practices. It is designed for individuals interested in pursuing careers in religious settings, where music plays a vital role in enhancing…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop active listening, speaking, critical thinking, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Music Directors and Composers?+

The national job outlook is about -0.3% growth with around 4,300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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