Edinburg has a total population of 48,465 and a student population of 18,337. Of these students, 18,337 are enrolled in schools that offer music programs.
The University of Texas-Pan American is the largest music school in Edinburg, based on student population. Approximately 17 students graduated in 2010 from The University of Texas-Pan American with credentials in music.
A reported 17 students graduated with credentials in music in Edinburg in 2010. If you decide to attend one of Edinburg's music schools, you can expect to pay an average of $14,469 per year in instate tuition and $21,117 per year in out of state tuition.
In addition to tuition costs, plan on spending an average of $1,000 for music related books and supplies each year. And if you live on campus, you will face an additional expense of $5,294 per year, on average, for room and board at Edinburg-based music schools. Students who live at home can cut this cost down to approximately $9,843.
Many music graduates choose to work as musicians after graduation. If you choose to follow that path and remain in Edinburg, your job prospects are good. In 2010, there were 4,990 musicians in Texas. Of these musicians, 40 were working in Edinburg. The number of musicians in Edinburg is expected to increase by 18% by the year 2018. This projected change is faster than the projected nationwide trend for musicians.
The average salary you can expect to earn as a musician in Edinburg is $65,650 per year. This is higher than the state-wide average salary for musicians.
The University of Texas-Pan American
Address:
1201 W University Dr, Edinburg, Texas 78539-2999
Awards Offered:
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree