Best colleges for Music in Nebraska
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Nebraska-Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Omaha and University of Nebraska at Kearney award the most Music degrees and certificates in Nebraska: 61, 31 and 13 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 11 Nebraska colleges offer Music and award 130 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Music program falls under the field of Visual and Performing Arts, focusing on the study and performance of music. It caters to students interested in various aspects of music, including performance, theory, and history, allowing them…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha Public · Bachelor's degree | $20,881 | 31 | 47% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Music degrees in Nebraska
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of Nebraska-Lincoln Lincoln Public | 61 | Not reported |
| 2 | University of Nebraska at Omaha Omaha Public | 31 | $20,881 |
| 3 | University of Nebraska at Kearney Kearney Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 4 | Union Adventist University Lincoln Private not-for-profit | 8 | Not reported |
| 5 | Doane University Crete Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 6 | Wayne State College Wayne Public | 4 | Not reported |
| 7 | Concordia University - Nebraska Seward Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 8 | Chadron State College Chadron Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 9 | Hastings College Hastings Private not-for-profit | 2 | Not reported |
| 10 | Creighton University Omaha Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Nebraska colleges offering Music
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| York University | York | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Musicians and Singers (SOC 27-2042).
Top skills
What Musicians and Singers earn in Nebraska
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Music programs in Nebraska.
Which Nebraska colleges award the most Music degrees?+
University of Nebraska-Lincoln (61 graduates a year), University of Nebraska at Omaha (31 graduates a year) and University of Nebraska at Kearney (13 graduates a year) award the most Music degrees and certificates in Nebraska, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 11 Nebraska colleges offer Music.
Which Music program in Nebraska has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Nebraska at Omaha tops the list at $20,881. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
What is the focus of the Music program?+
The Music program falls under the field of Visual and Performing Arts, focusing on the study and performance of music. It caters to students interested in various aspects of music, including performance, theory, and history, allowing them…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, active listening, monitoring, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Musicians and Singers?+
The national job outlook is about +1.1% growth with around 19,400 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A No formal educational credential is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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