Music degrees aren’t just for musicians, although a love of music does help make the coursework more interesting. Today’s music graduates pursue careers in public relations, academia, journalism and even medicine. National statistics show that 66 percent of music students applying to medical schools are accepted, while only 44 percent of bio-chem majors who apply receive acceptance letters.
Whether you plan to pursue a lifelong venture in the music industry or you’re looking for a broad, liberal arts education which can be transitioned to a variety of career options, here are 100 of the best music programs and departments offering world-class music education in the U.S.
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