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Best Music Schools in Connecticut

Connecticut has 9 colleges offering Music programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 151 recent graduates. Graduates earn $28,194 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $26,832.

School choice matters significantly: Fairfield University graduates earn $41,565 while Western Connecticut State University graduates earn $20,140 — a $21,425 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

9
Schools in CT
$28,194
CT Avg. Earnings
$26,832
National Avg.
286
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Music in Connecticut

Public Schools (6)
$27,188
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (3)
$30,206
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,018 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Music Schools in Connecticut, Ranked by Earnings

#1
F

Fairfield University

Fairfield, CT · Private

$41,565
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 45.0%
#2
U

University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 53.9%
#3
U

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 87.0%
#4
U

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 86.5%
#5
U

University of Connecticut-Stamford

Stamford, CT · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 80.2%
#6
U

University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus

Hartford, CT · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 86.5%
#7
U

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT · Private

$25,967
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $21,713
Graduates: 46
Acceptance: 80.5%
#8
U

University of Hartford

West Hartford, CT · Private

$23,087
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $20,495
Graduates: 74
Acceptance: 83.0%
#9
W

Western Connecticut State University

Danbury, CT · Public

$20,140
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $20,271
Graduates: 31
Acceptance: 81.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Music in Connecticut?
Fairfield University ranks #1 for Music in Connecticut with median graduate earnings of $41,565 within two years of graduation. There are 9 schools offering Music programs in the state.
How much do Music graduates earn in Connecticut?
Music graduates in Connecticut earn an average of $28,194 within two years of graduation. This is 5% above the national average of $26,832 for this major.
What is the hardest Music school to get into in Connecticut?
Fairfield University is the most selective Music program in Connecticut with an acceptance rate of 45.0%. The average acceptance rate across Music programs in the state is 76.0%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Music in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, private Music programs produce average earnings of $30,206 vs $27,188 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 6 public and 3 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Connecticut

Industrial Engineering $82,440 Computer Science $79,473 Computer Engineering $74,262 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $70,430 Computer and Information Sciences, General $69,566 Applied Mathematics $69,338 Chemical Engineering $66,989 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $66,418
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.