Program Overview
Music, B.A., B.O.M
The Music, B.A., B.O.M program at the University of Rhode Island is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in music.
What Can You Do With This Major?
We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Music, B.A., B.O.M go on to work in these industries among others.
- Education
- Arts and Entertainment
- Technology and Services
Education
Entry Level - new to the industry
Job Title | Salary Range
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Music Teacher | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Desktop Support Technician | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Combo Driver | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Piano Technician | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Strings Teacher | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
Job Title | Salary Range
---|---
Instrument Assembler | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Assistant Director of Student Activities | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Orchestra Director | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Middle School Band Director | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Music Educator | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Arts and Entertainment
Entry Level - new to the industry
Job Title | Salary Range
---|---
Assembler Technician | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Broadcast Technician | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Program Assistant | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Public Relations Assistant | $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Sound Designer | $ 30,000 - $ 39,000
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
Job Title | Salary Range
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Saxaphone Instructor | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Donor Relations Assistant | $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Flute Instructor | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Woodwind Instructor | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Community Manager | $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Technology and Services
Entry Level - new to the industry
Job Title | Salary Range
---|---
Development Associate | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Pension Analyst | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Software Quality Assurance Analyst | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Marketing Administrative Assistant | $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Software Development Engineer in Test | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession
Job Title | Salary Range
---|---
Customer Analytics Manager | $ 150,000 +
Go-to-Market Project Manager | $ 120,000 - $ 129,000
Technical Support Engineer | $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
IT Site Manager | $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Field Operations Assistant | $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Where Can You Find URI Graduates?
Many alumni who majored in Music, B.A., B.O.M go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.
Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students
- Boston University
- Longy School of Music of Bard College
- University of Hartford
- University of Miami Frost School of Music
- American Band College of Central Washington University
- Sam Houston State University
- University of Rhode Island
- University of Connecticut
- University of Florida
- West Virginia University
Top Employers Hiring Our Grads
- Cranston Public Schools
- Jumpcloud Inc.
- 101 Productions,Ltd.
- Paul Effman Music
- Coffey Music, Inc.
- Artech LLC
- The Tallbots Inc.
- Big Picture Learning
- 4 Village Studios
- Dell Inc.
- C3S CoRE Consulting, Inc.
- Liberty Mutual Insurance Company
- David Key Music
- General Dynamics Electric Boat
- Glen Falls Symphony Orchestra
- More Than Music
- Office of Children,Youth and Learning
- Respawn Entertainment
- Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra and Music School
- Take 2
What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?
Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career.
Career Readiness for All Majors:
- Critical thinking
- Oral and written communication
- Teamwork
- Leadership
- Digital technology
- Professionalism
- Career and self development
- Equity and inclusion
Music, B.A., B.O.M Skills:
These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.
- Sales
- Public Speaking
- Teaching
- Management
- Research