by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 14 schools in the Middle Atlantic Region to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of music. Combined, these schools handed out 199 associate degrees in music to qualified students.
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Your choice of music for getting your associate degree school matters. Important measures of a quality music program can vary widely even among the top schools. Below we explain some of the most important factors to consider before making your choice:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a good education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
To determine the overall quality of a graduate school, one factor we look at is the average early-career salary of those receiving their associate degree from the school. After all, your associate degree won't mean much if it doesn't help you find a job that will help you earn a living.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for music students working on their associate degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Music Associate Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
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Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in music.
LaGuardia Community College is one of the finest schools in the country for getting an associate degree in music. Located in the large city of Long Island City, LaGuardia is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in music from LaGuardia Community College
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in music needs to look into Borough of Manhattan Community College. BMCC is a fairly large public college located in the large city of New York.More information about a associate in music from Borough of Manhattan Community College
It's difficult to beat Five Towns College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in music. Located in the large suburb of Dix Hills, Five Towns College is a private for-profit college with a fairly small student population.More information about a associate in music from Five Towns College
County College of Morris is a good decision for individuals interested in an associate degree in music. Located in the large suburb of Randolph, County College of Morris is a public college with a moderately-sized student population.More information about a associate in music from County College of Morris
Brookdale Community College is a moderately-sized public college located in the rural area of Lincroft.More information about a associate in music from Brookdale Community College
Located in the suburb of Syracuse, OCC is a public college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a associate in music from Onondaga Community College
Located in the large city of New York, Nyack is a private not-for-profit college with a small student population.More information about a associate in music from Nyack College
QCC is a moderately-sized public college located in the city of Bayside.More information about a associate in music from Queensborough Community College
Located in the rural area of Canandaigua, Finger Lakes Community College is a public college with a medium-sized student population.
Associate graduates who receive their degree from the music program earn around $22,100 in the first couple years of working.
More information about a associate in music from Finger Lakes Community College
Located in the large suburb of Garden City, Nassau Community College is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in music from Nassau Community College
Explore the best music schools for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 196 | 134 |
| Pennsylvania | 179 | 22 |
| New Jersey | 137 | 34 |
| Maryland | 126 | 8 |
| District of Columbia | 36 | 1 |
One of 10 majors within the Visual & Performing Arts area of study, Music has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 87 |
| Music Performance | 66 |
| Other Music | 26 |
| Music Technology | 14 |
| Music History | 6 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Design & Applied Arts | 2,040 |
| Fine & Studio Arts | 812 |
| General Visual & Performing Arts | 497 |
| Drama & Theater Arts | 400 |
| Film, Video & Photographic Arts | 132 |
| Dance | 24 |
| Arts & Media Management | 17 |
| Other Visual Art | 2 |
