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Major Overview for Music, General

Overview for Music, General

A general program that focuses on the introductory study and appreciation of music and the performing arts. Includes instruction in music, dance, and other performing arts media.

Careers for Music, General Majors

A major in Music, General is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in Music, General

Top 50 U.S. Colleges with the highest percentage of Music, General among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage 		SelectivityTuition
 Bethesda Christian University
Anaheim, CA		 18
(41.9%)		 $6,335 
The Boston Conservatory
Boston, MA		 22
(31.9%)		Highly Selective$32,050 
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA		 169
(23.1%)		Highly Selective$28,503 
 Florida College
Temple Terrace, FL		 3
(11.1%)		 $12,060 
Luther College
Decorah, IA		 60
(11.0%)		Less Selective$31,070 
Talladega College
Talladega, AL		 3
(10.3%)		Open Admissions$7,914 
Five Towns College
Dix Hills, NY		 14
(7.2%)		Moderately Selective$17,750 
SUNY at Purchase College
Purchase, NY		 51
(6.9%)		Most Selective$12,061 
Bennington College
Bennington, VT		 9
(6.2%)		Moderately Selective$38,270 
Southern Virginia University
Buena Vista, VA		 7
(6.2%)		Less Selective$16,500 
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