Commerce has a total population of 7,669 and a student population of 9,021. Of these students, 9,021 are enrolled in schools that offer music programs.
Of the 1 music schools in Commerce, the largest music school, by student population, is Texas A & M University-Commerce. In 2010, Texas A & M University-Commerce graduated approximately 7 students from its music program.
A reported 9 students graduated with credentials in music in Commerce in 2010. Tuition in 2009 at Commerce's music schools was $17,320 per year for instate students and $25,660 per year for out of state students.
You should also anticipate spending about $1,400 for music related books and supplies every year. And if you live on campus, you will face an additional expense of $7,090 per year, on average, for room and board at Commerce-based music schools. Students who live at home can cut this cost down to approximately $0.
Many music graduates choose to work as musicians after graduation. If you choose to follow that path and remain in Commerce, your job prospects are good. In 2010, there were 4,990 musicians in Texas. Of these musicians, 830 were working in the greater Commerce area. The number of musicians in Commerce is expected to increase by 18% by the year 2018. This anticipated change is faster than the projected nationwide trend for musicians.
The average salary you can expect to earn as a musician in Commerce is $42,510 per year, which is lower than the average for musicians state-wide.
Texas A & M University-Commerce
Address:
2600 South Neal, Commerce, Texas 75429-3011
Awards Offered:
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree