Music Theory and Composition

CIP 50.0904 Associate Certificate

Program Availability

Schools Offering

9 total including inactive

States

Across 4 states

Graduates (2024)

Total completions

Music Theory and Composition is offered as a associate and certificate program at schools across 4 states, making it a solid trade program. The most popular states are Oregon, California and Ohio.

Career & Cost Overview

Median Salary

$80,190

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Job Growth

+1.7%

10-year projected growth

Median Tuition

$1,288

In-state annual rate

Graduates typically pursue careers as Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary. In-state tuition ranges from $1,104 to $6,750, and the work is primarily indoor with moderate physical demands — suited for creative individuals who value originality.

Graduate Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 25 (78.1%)

Female: 7 (21.9%)

Degree Level Distribution

Associate: 11 (34.4%)

Certificate: 21 (65.6%)

Is This Career Right for You?

Interest Profile (Holland Codes)

Artistic

Social

Enterprising

creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; leading, influencing, and persuading others

What does this mean? ▼

This career is best suited for people who enjoy:

Creative design
Artistic expression
Helping others
Teaching
Leadership roles
Sales

Ideal Candidate Profile

👤 Personality Traits

✓ Creative

✓ Imaginative

✓ Empathetic

✓ Patient

✓ Confident

✓ Persuasive

💡 Interests

● Creative design

● Artistic expression

● Helping others

● Teaching

● Leadership roles

● Sales

⭐ Work Values

♦ Speaking

♦ Instructing

♦ Active Listening

♦ Helping others

♦ Achievement

♦ Creativity

❓ Ask Yourself These Questions

Do you enjoy creative expression and innovation; helping and working with people; leading, influencing, and persuading others?

Do you value speaking?

Are you willing to develop the technical skills required for this field?

✓ This Career May Be Great For You If:

• Creative individuals who value originality
• People-oriented individuals who enjoy helping others
• Natural leaders who enjoy persuading and influencing

⚠ Consider These Challenges:

• Those who prefer structured, rule-based environments
• Those who prefer working independently
• Those who avoid public speaking or sales

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Note: This assessment is based on typical requirements and characteristics for careers in this field. Individual experiences may vary. Consider your own interests, values, and goals when making career decisions.