Communication and Media Studies at Western Oregon University
Monmouth, Oregon • Bachelor's
Median Earnings
$50,672
Graduates earn above the national average for this program
Earnings Comparison
This School
$50,672
Communication and Media Studies
National Average
$42,895
All schools, same program
School Average
$44,958
All programs at Western Oregon University
Program Details
Bachelor's
Credential Level
36
Completers (IPEDS)
1,078
Schools Offering
Debt & ROI
$19,654
Median Debt
0.39
Debt-to-Earnings
(Favorable)
$164/mo
Est. Monthly Payment
$50,672
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 Western Oregon University
| Program | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | $68,922 | $21,056 |
| Special Education and Teaching | $54,526 | $41,000 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $53,928 | $34,166 |
| Biology, General | $52,553 | $25,895 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $51,212 | $21,500 |
| Communication and Media Studies (current) | $50,672 | $19,654 |
| Educational/Instructional Media Design | $48,041 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | $48,015 | $22,250 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $47,961 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | $47,327 | — |
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.