Select Type of Degree:

Select State:

#1

#1 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Luther College
Decorah, IA

Each year, Luther College grants around 37 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

1,100–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$57,444

#2

#2 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Lowell, MA

Every year, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell grants around 615 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,190–1,380

Median Starting Salary

$49,880

#3

#3 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Wheaton College
Wheaton, IL

At Wheaton College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Managerial Economics, Psychology, General, English Language and Literature, and General. In fact, Wheaton College awards 70 degrees every year to Business/Managerial Economics majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,270–1,440

Median Starting Salary

$55,472

#4

#4 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Ohio University-Main Campus
Athens, OH

Each year, Ohio University-Main Campus grants around 1396 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,110–1,310

Median Starting Salary

$52,405

#5

#5 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Every year, Michigan State University awards around 497 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Advertising, Computer and Information Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$53,291

#6

#6 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Biola University
La Mirada, CA

At Biola University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Cinematography and Film/Video Production, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,170–1,370

Median Starting Salary

$53,411

#7

#7 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

At Liberty University, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,040–1,340

Median Starting Salary

$49,260

#8

#8 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

University of Evansville
Evansville, IN

At the University of Evansville, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health and Physical Education/Fitness, Other, and Mechanical Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,090–1,330

Median Starting Salary

$53,086

#9

#9 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Welch College
Gallatin, TN

At Welch College, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Early Childhood Education and Teaching, and Bible/Biblical Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

930–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$53,500

#10

#10 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

University of Maryland-Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD

Every year, the University of Maryland-Baltimore County awards around 327 degrees to students majoring in Computer Science, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, and Information Science/Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

1,240–1,420

Median Starting Salary

$48,754

#11

#11 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Walla Walla University
College Place, WA

Every year, Walla Walla University awards about 61 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

60%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,050–1,270

Median Starting Salary

$53,957

#12

#12 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Arizona Christian University
Glendale, AZ

Each year, Arizona Christian University awards about 44 degrees to students studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$51,218

#13

#13 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Mount Saint Mary's University
Los Angeles, CA

At Mount Saint Mary's University, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Sociology. In fact, Mount Saint Mary's University awards 172 degrees annually to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

910–1,120

Median Starting Salary

$50,605

#14

#14 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Oklahoma Baptist University
Shawnee, OK

Annually, Oklahoma Baptist University grants around 33 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Physical Therapy/Therapist, Counseling Psychology, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

63%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$52,827

#15

#15 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Cumberland University
Lebanon, TN

Each year, Cumberland University grants about 61 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business Administration and Management, General, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

67%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,040–1,210

Median Starting Salary

$51,507

#16

#16 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH

Each year, Cedarville University grants around 136 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, General, and Bible/Biblical Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,140–1,360

Median Starting Salary

$55,140

#17

#17 Best College for Music Pedagogy in the U.S.

Weber State University
Ogden, UT

Annually, Weber State University awards around 380 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Computer Science, Selling Skills and Sales Operations, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

970–1,180

Median Starting Salary

$51,847

*The estimated net prices above are College Raptor’s estimate. Please contact the college financial aid office for actual net cost figures.

About Music Pedagogy

Music Pedagogy programs prepare individuals to provide musical instruction and tutoring to clients in private and institutional settings. Includes instruction in music theory, music composition, mastery of one or more instruments, familiarity with various musical genres and styles, principles of music education, and client communications.

For all the 413 degrees awarded in Music Pedagogy per year, the majority of them are Masters degree. Of the 123 students graduating with degrees at the Bachelors degree level across the US, 59% percent identify as women and 41% percent identify as men. Though students at schools all over the country study Music Pedagogy, Michigan has the most graduates. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Music Pedagogy is $38,300.

Popularity of Music Pedagogy Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Music Pedagogy degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
Less Popular
More Popular

Careers

The highest paying job for Music Pedagogy majors is Art, Drama Music Teachers, Postsecondary. However, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for specific positions. A career that is in high need that a degree in Music Pedagogy can prepare you for is Art, Drama Music Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Music Pedagogy majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Music Pedagogy majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
123
Female Students
72 (58%)
Male Students
51 (41%)

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Join thousands of students and parents learning about finding the right college, admissions secrets, scholarships, financial aid, and more.

College Raptor Loading Screen College Raptor Loading Screen