Best Music Schools in Georgia

Georgia has 8 colleges offering Music programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 67 recent graduates. Graduates in Georgia earn $28,903 on average within two years — 7% above the national average of $27,045, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

Schools in GA

$28,903

GA Avg. Earnings

$27,045

National Avg.

354

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Music in Georgia

Public Schools (6)

$27,206

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (2)

$33,993

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $6,787 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Music Schools in Georgia, Ranked by Earnings

Mercer University

Macon, GA · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 66.5%

Georgia State University

Atlanta, GA · Public

$39,729

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $21,016

Graduates: 27

Acceptance: 62.3%

Georgia Southern University

Statesboro, GA · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 89.6%

Emory University

Atlanta, GA · Private

$33,993

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 11.1%

Valdosta State University

Valdosta, GA · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 83.5%

University of Georgia

Athens, GA · Public

$23,579

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 37.2%

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, GA · Public

$18,309

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $20,106

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 69.2%

Columbus State University

Columbus, GA · Public

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $17,516

Graduates: 22

Acceptance: 99.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Music in Georgia?

Mercer University ranks #1 for Music in Georgia with median graduate earnings of N/A within two years of graduation. There are 8 schools offering Music programs in the state.

How much do Music graduates earn in Georgia?

Music graduates in Georgia earn an average of $28,903 within two years of graduation. This is 7% above the national average of $27,045 for this major.

What is the hardest Music school to get into in Georgia?

Emory University is the most selective Music program in Georgia with an acceptance rate of 11.1%. The average acceptance rate across Music programs in the state is 64.8%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Music in Georgia?

In Georgia, private Music programs produce average earnings of $33,993 vs $27,206 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 6 public and 2 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Georgia

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $67,285 Computer Science $67,024 Computer Engineering $63,094 Civil Engineering $60,397 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $59,620 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $57,287 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $57,082 Computer Programming $56,767

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.