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College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareThis major is for students interested in pursuing a career in music technology, music composition, or audio technology. Your degree will prepare you for the changing music production industry. You’ll take courses in music theory, musicianship, computer science, math, and more. This major will prepare you to challenge the status quo in music composition and explore new avenues of expression. You must submit a portfolio and pass an interview before being accepted into this program.
93% employed or continuing education
31% employed after graduation
62% attending graduate school
$52,800 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: The Naperville Winds (2), Urbana High School (1), Urbana School District 116 (1) View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Carnegie Mellon University, Boston Conservatory at Berklee View All
4.4 years to degree
91% first-year retention rate
45% four-year graduation rate
85% six-year graduation rate