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Best Music Schools in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 13 colleges offering Music programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 313 recent graduates. Graduates earn $25,796 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $26,832.

School choice matters significantly: Moravian University graduates earn $35,600 while Gettysburg College graduates earn $15,922 — a $19,678 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

13
Schools in PA
$25,796
PA Avg. Earnings
$26,832
National Avg.
286
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Music in Pennsylvania

Public Schools (5)
$28,076
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (8)
$24,371
avg. 2yr earnings

Public schools in Pennsylvania produce comparable or higher early earnings for Music graduates, often at lower cost — making them strong value options.

Music Schools in Pennsylvania, Ranked by Earnings

#1
M

Moravian University

Bethlehem, PA · Private

$35,600
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 54.0%
#2
W

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

West Chester, PA · Public

$35,351
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $36,810
Graduates: 42
Acceptance: 79.2%
#3
S

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock, PA · Public

$35,060
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $37,538
Graduates: 18
Acceptance: 74.6%
#4
L

Lebanon Valley College

Annville, PA · Private

$31,133
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $26,124
Graduates: 22
Acceptance: 74.5%
#5
M

Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Millersville, PA · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $31,413
Graduates: 45
Acceptance: 89.4%
#6
L

Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, PA · Private

$25,194
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 95.2%
#7
M

Muhlenberg College

Allentown, PA · Private

$23,649
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 64.0%
#8
S

Susquehanna University

Selinsgrove, PA · Private

$23,579
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 78.7%
#9
I

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus

Indiana, PA · Public

$22,602
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $32,028
Graduates: 57
Acceptance: 91.2%
#10
D

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private

$20,530
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $20,116
Graduates: 37
Acceptance: 78.8%
#11
U

University of the Arts

Philadelphia, PA · Private

$19,358
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $18,579
Graduates: 50
Acceptance: 78.2%
#12
T

Temple University

Philadelphia, PA · Public

$18,771
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $18,810
Graduates: 42
Acceptance: 82.9%
#13
G

Gettysburg College

Gettysburg, PA · Private

$15,922
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 47.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Music in Pennsylvania?
Moravian University ranks #1 for Music in Pennsylvania with median graduate earnings of $35,600 within two years of graduation. There are 13 schools offering Music programs in the state.
How much do Music graduates earn in Pennsylvania?
Music graduates in Pennsylvania earn an average of $25,796 within two years of graduation. This is 4% below the national average of $26,832 for this major.
What is the hardest Music school to get into in Pennsylvania?
Gettysburg College is the most selective Music program in Pennsylvania with an acceptance rate of 47.5%. The average acceptance rate across Music programs in the state is 76.0%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Music in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, private Music programs produce average earnings of $24,371 vs $28,076 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 8 private options in the state.

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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.