Music at American InterContinental University System

Chandler, AZ · Private for-profit · Certificate

enrolling 6,734 students in Chandler, AZ.

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $22,690/yr, roughly in line with the $23,615 national median for Music. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 19.3x return on tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 0% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Music career paths face changes, but the trade's physical demands provide a buffer.

With first-year pay of $22,690 far exceeding the $9,500 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

A #6 ranking among 10 Music programs places American InterContinental University System in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

For students considering alternatives, 3 registered apprenticeship programs align with Music careers — offering paid training instead of tuition costs.

37 /100
TradeSchoolOutlook Score
32
Low End
37
Score
39
High End
Earnings $22,690/yr (-4% vs median)
AI-Proof Moderate (53% shielded)
Job Market Very Large (101,600 openings/yr)

Earnings Overview

Projected 10-Year Earnings
$237K
1.0% annual growth
Earnings Multiple
19.3x
10-year earnings ÷ tuition
Viable Career Paths
6 of 6
Occupations with strong AI resilience

Projected 10-Year Earnings

Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.

Program Tuition
$12,310
Median Debt at Graduation
$9,500
5.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Top Career Paths

Top career paths for Music graduates by median salary.

Career Path Median Salary Growth AI-ProofAI
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary $80,190 +1.7% 56%
Sound engineering technicians $66,430 -1.7% 57%
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education $64,580 -1.6% 67%
Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary
$80,190
+1.7% growth 56% AI-proof
Sound engineering technicians
$66,430
-1.7% growth 57% AI-proof
Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education
$64,580
-1.6% growth 67% AI-proof

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Music Career Guide

See the full career breakdown for Music — job titles, salary ranges, and growth projections for graduates from American InterContinental University System and 9 other schools.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does American InterContinental University System's Music program score?
At 37/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Music programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.
Should I worry about AI if I study Music at American InterContinental University System?
With 47% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $237,388 in decade earnings vs $237,388 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.
Should I consider an apprenticeship over a Music program at American InterContinental University System?
There are 3 registered apprenticeships connected to Music occupations, such as Musician and Recording Engineer. The earn-while-you-learn model means no tuition debt and immediate income, though the training period is typically longer.
Will Music graduates from American InterContinental University System find jobs?
At 101,600 annual openings, Music has a very large employment base. American InterContinental University System graduates benefit from broad demand, particularly given consistent replacement demand and industry growth.
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