C
Average
Score: 47/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
46/100 · earnings-weighted

Musicians Institute

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Hollywood, California 90028
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 46%
Outcomes
C+
64/100
Affordability
F
24/100
Resources
B
67/100
Experience
C+
58/100
Prestige
F
20/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

812
Total Enrollment
46%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
71%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Musicians Institute, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$32,778
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$24,962
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
52.8%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
19.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Earnings rank: 40th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Musicians Institute

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Music—$37,763+13%#1 of 8#4—
Precision Systems Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians—$36,042-34%#6 of 6#6—
Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians—$34,313+3%#6 of 11#9—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Musicians Institute Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $849,215
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,599/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 90069 (2.6% cap, West Hollywood)

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🏆 Where Musicians Institute Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#4
Musical Instrument Fabrication and Repair
of 4 schools
#13
Recording Arts Technology/Technician
of 31 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $26,424 $26,424

Financial Aid

43%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
24%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

812
Total Students
29%
Women
59%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 20%
Hispanic 8%
Black 6%
Asian 9%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 42%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 81%
Hybrid (Some Online) 1%
Fully Online 18%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 59%
25-64 (Adult) 40%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Musicians Institute?
Musicians Institute has an acceptance rate of 71%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Musicians Institute?
Tuition at Musicians Institute is $26,424 for in-state students and $26,424 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Musicians Institute?
The graduation rate at Musicians Institute is 46%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Musicians Institute a good school?
Musicians Institute has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Musicians Institute?
Musicians Institute has a total enrollment of 812 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology