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Music at Ohio University-Main Campus

Athens, OH · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $36,252/yr (29% vs median)

AI Risk High (47% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (101,600 openings/yr)

ROI 8.5x earnings multiple (4.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #78 of 240 Music programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Music graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$466K	$469K	$440K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	8.5x	8.5x	8.0x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.8x	4.9x	4.6x
Probability of Field Employment	35%	31%	24%
DegreeOutlook Score	35	34	23

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$54,984

Out-of-state: $96,456 (4.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$81,652

-49% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,750

8.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$40,932

13% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $36,252 per year, Music graduates from Ohio University-Main Campus significantly outpace the $28,116 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

A 8.5x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Music career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $26,750 against $36,252/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #78 ranking among 240 Music programs places Ohio University-Main Campus in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The limited growth from $36,252 to $40,932 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Ohio University-Main Campus

With 85% of applicants admitted, Ohio University-Main Campus prioritizes broad access, enrolling 18,456 students in Athens, OH.

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Top Career Paths

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary $80,190/yr

Sound engineering technicians $66,430/yr

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education $64,580/yr

View all 6 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 34/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Music at Ohio University-Main Campus?

At 34/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Music programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Music at Ohio University-Main Campus?

The 47% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →