Best colleges for Music in Oklahoma
Ranked by graduate earnings
Oklahoma City University, University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus and University of Central Oklahoma award the most Music degrees in Oklahoma: 69, 64 and 56 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 19 Oklahoma colleges offer Music and award 296 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 4 bachelor's programs, 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 Central Oklahoma Edmond Public · Bachelor's degree | $19,162 | 56 | 37% | — | $23,125 |
| 2 | Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $18,784 | 69 | 65% | $22,589 | $26,456 |
| 3 | University of Tulsa Tulsa Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $32,253 | 2 | 72% | $23,470 | $21,500 |
| 4 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Small program | $19,126 | 9 | 57% | $23,543 | — |
Colleges awarding the most Music degrees in Oklahoma
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 | Oklahoma City University Oklahoma City Private not-for-profit | 69 | $18,784 |
| 2 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman Public | 64 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of Central Oklahoma Edmond Public | 56 | $19,162 |
| 4 | Oklahoma State University Stillwater Public | 47 | Not reported |
| 5 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa Private not-for-profit | 9 | $19,126 |
| 6 | Southern Nazarene University Bethany Private not-for-profit | 6 | Not reported |
| 7 | East Central University Ada Public | 6 | Not reported |
| 8 | Southwestern Oklahoma State University Weatherford Public | 6 | Not reported |
| 9 | Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant Public | 5 | Not reported |
| 10 | Northeastern State University Tahlequah Public | 4 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 9 Oklahoma colleges offering Music
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Community College | Tulsa | Public | 5 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | Edmond | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Northern Oklahoma College | Tonkawa | Public | 3 |
| Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College | Miami | Public | 2 |
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University | Goodwell | Public | 2 |
| Oklahoma Baptist University | Shawnee | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Oklahoma City Community College | Oklahoma City | Public | 2 |
| University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma | Chickasha | Public | 2 |
| University of Tulsa | Tulsa | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Musicians and Singers (SOC 27-2042).
Top skills
What Musicians and Singers earn in Oklahoma
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Music programs in Oklahoma.
Which Oklahoma colleges award the most Music degrees?+
Oklahoma City University (69 graduates a year), University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus (64 graduates a year) and University of Central Oklahoma (56 graduates a year) award the most Music degrees in Oklahoma, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 19 Oklahoma colleges offer Music.
Which Music program in Oklahoma has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Central Oklahoma tops the list at $19,162. 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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