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About Musicology and Ethnomusicology

A program that focuses on the systematic study of the forms and methods of music art, and the functions of music, in Western and non-Western societies and cultures. Includes instruction in music theory, musicological research methods, and studies of specific cultural styles such as jazz, folk music, rock, ethnic musical traditions, and the music of non-Western cultures.

For all the 139 degrees awarded in Musicology and Ethnomusicology per year, the majority of them are Masters degree. Of the 53 students earning degrees at the Masters degree level across the US, 64% percent identify as women and 36% percent identify as men. While students at schools all over the US study Musicology and Ethnomusicology, New York has the most graduates. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Musicology and Ethnomusicology is $38,300.

Popularity of Musicology and Ethnomusicology Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Musicology and Ethnomusicology degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

For Musicology and Ethnomusicology majors, some of the most in demand careers include Art, Drama Music Teachers, Postsecondary, Music Directors and Composers . Not only that, Musicology and Ethnomusicology graduates may find a high-paying job, such as Art, Drama Music Teachers, Postsecondary or Music Directors and Composers.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Musicology and Ethnomusicology majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Musicology and Ethnomusicology majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
53
Female Students
34 (64%)
Male Students
19 (35%)
White (32, 60%)
U.S. Nonresident (6, 11%)
Asian (3, 6%)
Hispanic or Latino (3, 6%)
Black or African American (3, 6%)
Two or more races (3, 6%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (3, 6%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (0, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (0, <1%)

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