Music majors learn the historical, theoretical, aesthetic and practical approaches to the study of Western art music. At Creighton, you’ll receive a comprehensive musical education that prepares you for a variety of post-graduate options.

Music Minor

The music minor will give you a solid foundation in musical arts. The minor provides a basic understanding of music theory, music history, ear training, sight-singing and performance on voice or a selected instrument.

Outcomes

The median salary for those with a bachelor’s degree in music is $42,000, and nearly 20% of music graduates go on to work in education, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.

Music graduates are also found in:

  • Music industry and business
  • Music therapy
  • Communications and media
  • Library science
  • Professional, community and church conducting and composing

Many music graduates go on to advanced study in music, law, education and the health sciences; professional employment with performing organizations; arts administration positions; and private employment (such as private music instruction).