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Best Music Schools in Texas

Texas has 23 colleges offering Music programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 841 recent graduates. Graduates in Texas earn $38,450 on average within two years — 43% above the national average of $26,832, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: University of Houston graduates earn $49,312 while University of the Incarnate Word graduates earn $24,421 — a $24,891 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

23
Schools in TX
$38,450
TX Avg. Earnings
$26,832
National Avg.
286
Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Music in Texas

Public Schools (18)
$41,337
avg. 2yr earnings
Private Schools (5)
$28,056
avg. 2yr earnings

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

Music Schools in Texas, Ranked by Earnings

#1
U

University of Houston

Houston, TX · Public

$49,312
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $49,557
Graduates: 59
Acceptance: 69.5%
#2
T

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX · Public

$49,084
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $47,631
Graduates: 66
Acceptance: 84.8%
#3
T

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, TX · Public

$48,041
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $48,541
Graduates: 20
Acceptance: 92.3%
#4
T

The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX · Public

$47,846
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $48,653
Graduates: 30
Acceptance: 99.9%
#5
T

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX · Public

$44,170
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $43,170
Graduates: 55
Acceptance: 70.9%
#6
T

The University of Texas at San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Public

$43,674
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $32,974
Graduates: 48
Acceptance: 88.5%
#7
L

Lamar University

Beaumont, TX · Public

$43,426
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 85.7%
#8
S

Stephen F Austin State University

Nacogdoches, TX · Public

$43,054
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $39,195
Graduates: 78
Acceptance: 88.3%
#9
E

East Texas A&M University

Commerce, TX · Public

$42,682
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $43,755
Graduates: 35
Acceptance: 92.6%
#10
T

Tarleton State University

Stephenville, TX · Public

$42,682
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $29,088
Graduates: 24
Acceptance: 94.2%
#11
T

Texas State University

San Marcos, TX · Public

$42,363
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $40,576
Graduates: 95
Acceptance: 89.5%
#12
W

West Texas A & M University

Canyon, TX · Public

$41,937
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $42,424
Graduates: 26
Acceptance: 97.4%
#13
T

The University of Texas at Arlington

Arlington, TX · Public

$40,768
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $41,236
Graduates: 48
Acceptance: 81.3%
#14
S

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TX · Public

$39,009
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $41,865
Graduates: 88
Acceptance: 85.4%
#15
T

Texas Wesleyan University

Fort Worth, TX · Private

$38,289
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 62.4%
#16
U

University of North Texas

Denton, TX · Public

$38,048
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $33,408
Graduates: 143
Acceptance: 72.5%
#17
T

Texas A & M International University

Laredo, TX · Public

$29,685
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 46.0%
#18
P

Prairie View A & M University

Prairie View, TX · Public

$29,685
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 75.3%
#19
T

Texas A & M University-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX · Public

$28,598
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 89.5%
#20
D

Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, TX · Private

$27,181
2yr Earnings
1yr Earnings: $21,019
Graduates: 26
Acceptance: 91.1%
#21
S

Southern Methodist University

Dallas, TX · Private

$25,194
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 61.2%
#22
T

Texas Lutheran University

Seguin, TX · Private

$25,194
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 94.8%
#23
U

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX · Private

$24,421
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 93.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Music in Texas?
University of Houston ranks #1 for Music in Texas with median graduate earnings of $49,312 within two years of graduation. There are 23 schools offering Music programs in the state.
How much do Music graduates earn in Texas?
Music graduates in Texas earn an average of $38,450 within two years of graduation. This is 43% above the national average of $26,832 for this major.
What is the hardest Music school to get into in Texas?
Texas A & M International University is the most selective Music program in Texas with an acceptance rate of 46.0%. The average acceptance rate across Music programs in the state is 82.9%.
Should I attend a public or private school for Music in Texas?
In Texas, private Music programs produce average earnings of $28,056 vs $41,337 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 18 public and 5 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Texas

Chemical Engineering $70,069 Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $68,562 Computer Engineering $65,273 Industrial Engineering $64,917 Computer Science $64,839 Construction Engineering Technologies $63,237 Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians $62,062 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $61,898
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Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.