Communication and Media Studies
Northern Illinois University
Median Salary (1yr)
$38,490
Median Debt
$0
Graduates / Year
164
Credential
Bachelor's
Key Metrics
Median Salary (1yr)
$38,490
Median Debt at Graduation
$0
vs National Avg
+4%
Annual Graduates
164
Median Salary (5yr)
$50,527
Program Analysis
Graduates of Northern Illinois University's Communication and Media Studies program earn more than the national average for this major. One year after graduation, alumni earn $38,490, which is higher than the national average of $36,950. Five years after graduation, alumni earn $50,527.
The program has a strong debt-to-earnings ratio. The provided data indicates that students graduate with no debt.
The program graduates 164 students per year, providing a steady stream of communication and media professionals.
Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data
How This Program Compares
Communication and Media Studies at Northern Illinois University
National Average: Communication and Media Studies
Communication and Media Studies at Other Schools
| # | Institution | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia University in the City of New York | $93,452 | $0 | 87 |
| 2 | Northwestern University | $87,012 | $0 | 83 |
| 3 | Johns Hopkins University | $82,754 | $0 | 128 |
| 4 | Regent University | $72,990 | $0 | 22 |
| 5 | Purdue University-Main Campus | $70,112 | $0 | 205 |