Best colleges for Music in Oregon
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Oregon, Portland State University and Oregon State University award the most Music degrees and certificates in Oregon: 92, 45 and 33 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 18 Oregon colleges offer Music and award 280 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 2 institutions, 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 | Oregon State University Corvallis Public · Bachelor's degree | $29,630 | 33 | 70% | — | $19,184 |
| 2 | Portland State University Portland Public · Bachelor's degree | $17,638 | 45 | 53% | — | $27,846 |
Colleges awarding the most Music degrees in Oregon
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 Oregon Eugene Public | 92 | Not reported |
| 2 | Portland State University Portland Public | 45 | $17,638 |
| 3 | Oregon State University Corvallis Public | 33 | $29,630 |
| 4 | Southern Oregon University Ashland Public | 12 | Not reported |
| 5 | Western Oregon University Monmouth Public | 12 | Not reported |
| 6 | Eastern Oregon University La Grande Public | 6 | Not reported |
| 7 | Lewis & Clark College Portland Private not-for-profit | 6 | Not reported |
| 8 | Reed College Portland Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 9 | Bushnell University Eugene Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 10 | Pacific University Forest Grove Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 8 Oregon colleges offering Music
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Community College | Portland | Public | 40 |
| Mt Hood Community College | Gresham | Public | 9 |
| Clackamas Community College | Oregon City | Public | 7 |
| Willamette University | Salem | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| Corban University | Salem | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| George Fox University | Newberg | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| Linfield University | McMinnville | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| University of Portland | Portland | 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 Oregon
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Music programs in Oregon.
Which Oregon colleges award the most Music degrees?+
University of Oregon (92 graduates a year), Portland State University (45 graduates a year) and Oregon State University (33 graduates a year) award the most Music degrees and certificates in Oregon, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 18 Oregon colleges offer Music.
Which Music program in Oregon has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Oregon State University tops the list at $29,630. 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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