Communication and Media Studies at Central Washington University
Ellensburg, Washington • Bachelor's
Median Earnings
$43,216
Graduates earn above the national average for this program
Earnings Comparison
This School
$43,216
Communication and Media Studies
National Average
$42,895
All schools, same program
School Average
$51,994
All programs at Central Washington University
Program Details
Bachelor's
Credential Level
26
Completers (IPEDS)
1,078
Schools Offering
Debt & ROI
$21,065
Median Debt
0.49
Debt-to-Earnings
(Favorable)
$176/mo
Est. Monthly Payment
$43,216
Median Earnings
Communication and Media Studies at Other Schools
| School | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | $80,616 | $14,400 |
| University of Pennsylvania | $77,464 | $15,000 |
| Northwestern University | $77,066 | $17,687 |
| University of California-Berkeley | $76,374 | $11,100 |
| Santa Clara University | $71,818 | $17,832 |
| Boston University | $69,156 | $23,250 |
| New York University | $68,565 | — |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $68,510 | $20,500 |
| Northeastern University Oakland | $67,761 | $21,500 |
| Northeastern University | $67,761 | $21,500 |
Other Programs at Central Washington University
| Program | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians | $95,379 | — |
| Computer Science | $93,387 | $19,435 |
| Construction Management | $89,725 | $24,120 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $86,414 | $32,338 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians | $85,825 | $25,333 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $79,864 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | $74,230 | $22,190 |
| Music | $71,579 | $14,817 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | $70,456 | — |
| Air Transportation | $68,153 | $20,000 |
About the Data
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023). Earnings are median earnings for graduates after completion. Debt figures represent the median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation.
Debt-to-earnings ratio compares cumulative debt to annual earnings. A ratio below 1.0 indicates that annual earnings exceed total debt, generally considered favorable. Estimated monthly payments assume a standard 10-year repayment plan.