Best Music Schools in Indiana

Indiana has 10 colleges offering Music programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 87 recent graduates. Graduates earn $26,707 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $27,045.

School choice matters significantly: Indiana State University graduates earn $36,131 while Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion graduates earn $21,508 — a $14,623 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in IN

$26,707

IN Avg. Earnings

$27,045

National Avg.

354

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Music in Indiana

Public Schools (5)

$26,953

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (5)

$26,399

avg. 2yr earnings

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

Music Schools in Indiana, Ranked by Earnings

Indiana State University

Terre Haute, IN · Public

$36,131

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $36,486

Graduates: 20

Acceptance: 91.5%

DePauw University

Greencastle, IN · Private

N/A

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,996

Graduates: 18

Acceptance: 54.1%

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN · Public

$16,169

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 85.7%

Ball State University

Muncie, IN · Public

$32,925

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 71.6%

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN · Private

$32,925

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 92.2%

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

$30,771

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 81.4%

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bloomington, IN · Public

$18,771

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $13,918

Graduates: 49

Acceptance: 80.4%

University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne

Fort Wayne, IN · Private

$25,967

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 97.6%

Goshen College

Goshen, IN · Private

Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion

Marion, IN · Private

$21,508

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 82.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Music in Indiana?

Indiana State University ranks #1 for Music in Indiana with median graduate earnings of $36,131 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Music programs in the state.

How much do Music graduates earn in Indiana?

Music graduates in Indiana earn an average of $26,707 within two years of graduation. This is 1% below the national average of $27,045 for this major.

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

DePauw University is the most selective Music program in Indiana with an acceptance rate of 54.1%. The average acceptance rate across Music programs in the state is 82.6%.

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

In Indiana, private Music programs produce average earnings of $26,399 vs $26,953 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 5 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Indiana

Computer Engineering $75,866 Chemical Engineering $73,792 Computer Science $66,740 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,819 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,398 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,220 Construction Management $59,890 Civil Engineering $59,623

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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.