Compare 5 Music. programs in Oklahoma. Average earnings: $28,689.
Music programs produce graduates earning between $18,087 and $49,244—a $31K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Oklahoma, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
At the top, University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus produces Music graduates earning $49,244—substantially above the state average of $28,689. The gap between top and bottom programs exceeds $31,000, proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than overall school rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus graduates borrow $20,654 and face a 10.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. However, when parent loans are included, that burden jumps to 29.5%, while other programs like Oral Roberts show concerning debt-to-earnings ratios of 0.94.
Highest program earnings: $49,244
Strong outcomes with 77% acceptance
10.6% payment burden | Good
29.5% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $49,244 | 36 | $20,654 | Good | $31,890 | High | |
| #2 | Oral Roberts UniversityPrivate | $28,845 | 8 | $27,000 | High | $28,450 | High |
| #3 | $23,984 | 41 | $21,000 | High | $15,191 | High | |
| #4 | Oklahoma City UniversityPrivate | $23,283 | 59 | $20,835 | High | $44,054 | High |
| #5 | University Of TulsaPrivate | $18,087 | 24 | $21,500 | High | $34,500 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
