Gainful Employment Disclosure for Music

Waldorf College OPE ID: 001895

What can you do with a bachelor’s degree in Music?

Here are the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes for the occupations that this major prepares students to enter. We’ve also included links to occupational profiles on the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*Net Web Site. For Music, the Credential Code is 03. The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code is 50.0901 – Music, General.

SOC Code
Occupations and Links to Occupational Profiles on the O*Net Website
25-2031.00 Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Vocational Education: Teacher, English Teacher, Math Teacher (Mathematics Teacher), Social Studies Teacher, Science Teacher, Spanish Teacher, High School English Teacher, Secondary Teacher, Art Teacher, History Teacher; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-2031.00
27-2042.00 Musicians and Singers: http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2042.00
27-2042.01 Singers: Singer, Gospel Singer, Singing Telegram Performer, Vocalist, Choir Member, Entertainer, Opera Singer, Singer Songwriter, Tenor, Singing Messenger; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2042.01
27-2042.02 Musicians, Instrumental: Musician, Violinist, Horn Player, Oboist, Orchestra Musician, Percussionist, Violist, Cellist, Clarinetist, English Horn Player; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/27-2042.02

 After graduation from Waldorf College, Music majors have also chosen to attend graduate school.

What is the job placement rate for Waldorf Music graduates?

How many graduates found a job in their chosen field or continued their education (graduate school or a bachelor’s degree in another academic major) within seven months of graduation?

100% of those graduating April-July 2010

100% of those graduating December 2009

No graduates April-July 2009

0% of those graduating December 2008

100% of those graduating April-July 2008

No graduates December 2007

100% of those graduating April-July 2007

How long does it take to complete a bachelor’s degree in Music at Waldorf?

The normal timeframe for completing this program is four years. Our on-time graduation rate is based on program completion within four years.

Students may choose to take fewer courses per term, extending their timeframe for completing the program. 

On-time graduation rate:

2006-07: 25%

2007-08: 100%

2008-09: 50%

2009-10: 83%

2010-11: 50%

How much does it cost to complete a bachelor’s degree in Music at Waldorf?

Program costs are calculated by taking this year’s tuition, fees and room and room& board charges, and multiplying them by the four years expected to complete the program. Textbook costs and course fee calculations are based upon the recommended curriculum listed in the course catalog, using the 2010-11 rates for used textbooks and course fees. Textbook prices and course fees are subject to change. For majors with multiple tracks, the specific tracks or endorsements used for the calculation are indicated. Textbook costs and course fees will vary with the selection of alternate tracks, Endorsements, or course electives. Transportation and personal expenses have been estimated by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission.

Tuition: $71,600

Fees: $3,904

Room & Board: $25,480

Books & Supplies: $6,900

Transportation: $5,172

Personal Expenses: $6,912

TOTAL: $119,968

How much do students borrow to complete a bachelor’s degree in Music at Waldorf?

In addition to grants and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, some graduates use loans to finance their education. The median debt for Waldorf Music graduates is:

Type of loan

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11

Federal loans $17,125 $39,581 $23,300 $10,000
Private educational loans 0 $831 0 0
Institution financing plan 0 0 0 0

*Vocal Performance track with required
academic minor (Theatre, as recommended)

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