How many colleges in Washington offer Music programs?

CampusPin currently lists 59 U.S. colleges and universities in Washington that offer Music programs. The list updates daily as institutions report new program offerings to IPEDS.

What's the tuition for a Music program in Washington?

Among the 50 Music programs listed in Washington, published in-state tuition ranges from $3,969 to $54,285 (median around $5,907). Public institutions are typically lower for in-state students than private ones. Always verify the current cost of attendance with each school before applying.

What jobs can a Music degree lead to?

A Music degree commonly leads to roles such as Music directors and composers, Performer / Instrumentalist or Vocalist, Private Music Instructor, K-12 Music Teacher (with certification). Typical pay (early-career; BLS figures are occupation-wide medians): BLS, 2024 music directors and composers median $63,670.

Can I apply to a Music program in Washington with the Common App?

Many Music programs in Washington accept the Common Application. CampusPin tags each school's Common App acceptance, use the Common App filter on /results to narrow to programs you can apply to with one application.

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Music colleges in Washington

CampusPin lists 59 U.S. colleges in Washington that offer Music programs. Compare tuition, acceptance rate, and enrollment in the table below, every figure links back to the institution's official IPEDS data.

Music combines performance, theory, and history with applied study on a primary instrument or voice, suiting students who want formal training in composing, performing, or teaching music.

Schools in Washington that offer Music

Music programs in Washington: by the numbers

A quick comparison of the 50 schools (of 59 total) listed above, drawn from each institution's published IPEDS data.

Schools listed

Public / private

34 / 16

Universities / 2-year

45 / 5

Cities represented

In-state tuition range

$3,969–$54,285

Median in-state tuition

$5,907

Lowest published in-state tuition

Northwest Indian College

$3,969

Most selective

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

43% acceptance

Largest by enrollment

University of Washington-Seattle Campus

67,801 students

Figures reflect the schools currently listed and each institution's most recent reported data. Verify current tuition and admissions details with the school before applying.

What you'll study in a Music program

Music theory, harmony, and analysis
Ear training, sight-singing, and aural skills
Music history and literature across periods and styles
Applied lessons on a primary instrument or voice
Ensemble performance and conducting
Composition, arranging, and orchestration
Music technology, notation software, and recording basics
A junior or senior recital or composition portfolio

Where a Music degree can lead

Music directors and composers
Performer / Instrumentalist or Vocalist
Private Music Instructor
K-12 Music Teacher (with certification)
Arranger / Orchestrator
Music Producer / Audio Engineer

Typical pay: BLS, 2024 music directors and composers median $63,670

A Music major covers music theory, ear training and sight-singing, music history, and applied lessons on a primary instrument or voice, alongside ensemble participation and conducting. Programs commonly let students follow a track such as performance, composition, music education, jazz studies, or music technology, and many require a junior or senior recital or a composition portfolio. Bachelor of Music (BM) degrees concentrate heavily on the applied area, while Bachelor of Arts (BA) tracks leave more room for a second field; music education tracks add coursework and student teaching toward state licensure.

Graduates work as performers, composers and arrangers, private instructors, ensemble or church music directors, K-12 music teachers (with certification), and in music production, publishing, and arts administration. Many roles in performance, composition, conducting, and college teaching typically require a graduate degree such as a master's or doctorate, and freelance and contract work is common in the field.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a 2024 median annual wage of $63,670 for music directors and composers, with projected employment about flat (-0.3%) from 2024 to 2034.

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