by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at SU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #9 out of 10 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, SU among the top schools in the country for music, ranked #348 out of 416 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Schools | 348 of 416 |
| Best Music Schools in Virginia | 9 of 11 |
| Best Music Schools in the Southeast Region | 74 of 98 |
The following degree levels are available for music at SU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 39 |
| Master’s | 21 |
| Doctoral | 19 |
| Professional Certificate | 1 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Shenandoah University awarded 39 bachelor’s degrees in music.
SU holds a strong position among schools offering music at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #9 out of 10 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Virginia | 9 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Southeast Region | 68 |
| Best Music Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 310 |
Music majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from SU earn a median of $27,773 a year. This is below $75,461, the median for all majors at SU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at SU, music graduates take on a median debt of $25,500 in student loans. This is below $26,005, the typical median for all majors at SU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $33,140 | $35,460 |
| Fees | $1,490 | $1,490 |
Learn more about SU tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 67% of music bachelor’s degrees went to men and 33% went to women.
The largest share of music bachelor’s degree graduates at SU are White. Approximately 62% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Shenandoah University with a bachelor’s in music.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 24 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 6 |
SU awarded 23 bachelor’s completions in music technology in the most recent reporting year — 35% to women and 65% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (70%).
SU granted 13 bachelor’s degrees in music performance, general recently — 38% to women and 62% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (54%).
SU conferred 2 bachelor’s completions in keyboard instruments recently — 0% to women and 100% to men. The largest share of these graduates were Hispanic or Latino (50%).
SU awarded 1 bachelor’s degree in music theory and composition recently — 0% to women and 100% to men.
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at SU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Music | 21 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Music | 19 |
| Professional Certificate Degrees in Music | 1 |
